Operator Helper Jobs in Tacoma, WA (NOW HIRING)

Position Type:
Classified/Printshop
Date Posted:
8/26/2026
Location:
PRINT SHOP
Closing Date:
09/27/2026
THIS POSITION IS FOR 8 HOURS PER DAY AT 200 DAYS PER YEAR
PAY FOR POSITION: PSE SALARY SCHEDULE LEVEL 4 - $24.11
THIS OPENING IS FOR A SECOND-SHIFT POSITION. 12:00PM-8:30PM Monday through Friday. SHIFT SCHEDULE IS NOT FLEXIBLE.
GENERAL SUMMARY
This position's responsibilities are to provide assistance to the print shop staff with digital equipment copying, and to provide general assistance in the print shop.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Depending upon the individual assignment, the Printshop Operator - Helper may perform all or a combination of the following:
1. Loads paper and unloads finished work from the copiers; Prints materials as directed on print work orders. Operate Digital High Speed Copier Equipment, operating a PC computer to process jobs.
2. Monitors equipment during operation; clears paper jams.
3. Monitors and maintains copy quality of printed documents.
4. Shelves paper stock and supplies. Keeps paper and supplies organized and tidy. Orders copier supplies as needed.
5. Calls or emails service repair technicians to request service.
6. Operates a variety of print shop equipment including staplers, bindery equipment, padding presses, folders, packaging machines, an industrial cutters, and a drill press. Assembles material and performs "hand operations" including trimming and punching.
7. Wraps or packages finished jobs to be sent to end users.
8. Performs related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position.
9. Logs and tracks repairs and technician timelines. Works with copier repair techs to solve copier issues.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to the Printshop Manager.
MENTAL DEMANDS
Experiences frequent interruptions; required to meet externally imposed and inflexible deadlines; requires concentration and attention to detail.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Frequent lifting and carrying of heavy paper weighing in excess of fifty (50) pounds, requires strong physical condition; operating equipment with moving parts requires safety awareness; equipment operation requires dexterity and precision; exposed to high noise levels; required to visually concentrate on detail; required to stand for prolonged periods; required to take safety precautions when handling printing and binding chemicals to avoid contact and exposure to fumes. Passage of a pre-employment physical and testing will be required of this position (the District will assume the cost).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience operating large commercial copiers.
Allowable Substitutions
Not applicable.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to communicate effectively and to follow oral and written instructions. Knowledge of paper stock and other printing supplies. Ability to identify and sort various paper types. Ability to order supplies. Skill in accurate record keeping. Skill in problem resolution. Skill in performing accurate arithmetic calculations. Ability to identify and solve printing problems. Knowledge of printing procedures and practices. Knowledge of safety and security procedures and practices. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Skill in time management. Ability to organize work. Ability to schedule and coordinate work and set priorities. Effective customer relations skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of others.
Licenses/Special Requirements
Requires fingerprinting and background check to determine that there have been no convictions involving physical molestation, abuse, injury or neglect of a minor. Must complete training in and adhere to district infection control plan. Passage of pre-employment physical and testing is required of this position (the District assumes the cost.)
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Non-Discrimination Policy
Bethel School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, disability, neurodivergence, the use of a trained dog guide or service animal, age, and honorably discharged veteran or military status and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Compliance / Gender-Inclusive Schools Coordinator, Darius Alexander, dalexande@bethelsd.org, 253.800.2019; Title IX Coordinator, Mel Boyd, mboyd@bethelsd.org, 253.800.2029; and 504 Coordinator, Melissa Munson-Merritt, mmunsonmer@bethelsd.org, 253.800.2301. All individuals may be reached at this address: 516 176th Street East, Spanaway, WA 98387. Title IX inquiries may also be directed toward the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR). Information about the nondiscrimination and sex-based discrimination policies and grievance procedures, and how to report a concern or complaint: bethelsd.org.
El Distrito Escolar de Bethel no discrimina en sus programas ni actividades por motivos de sexo, raza, etnia, color, religion, credo, nacionalidad, orientacion sexual, expresion o identidad de genero, falta de hogar, estatus migratorio o de ciudadania, discapacidad, neurodiversidad, uso de perro guia entrenado o animal de servicio, edad, condicion de veterano o militar con baja honorable. Asimismo, ofrece igualdad de acceso a los Boy Scouts y a otros grupos juveniles especificados. Los siguientes empleados han sido designados para atender consultas y quejas de supuesta discriminacion: Cumplimiento de los Derechos Civiles/Coordinadora Escolar de Inclusion de Genero, Darius Alexander, dalexande@bethelsd.org, 253.800.2019; Coordinador del Titulo IX, Mel Boyd, mboyd@bethelsd.org, 253.800.2029; y Coordinadora 504, Melissa Munson-Merritt, mmunsonmer@bethelsd.org, 253.800.2301. Todas las personas pueden ser localizadas en esta direccion 516 176th Street East, Spanaway, WA 98387. Las consultas sobre el Titulo IX tambien pueden dirigirse a la Oficina de Derechos Civiles (OCR) del Departamento de Educacion de los Estados Unidos. Para mas informacion sobre las politicas de no discriminacion y discriminacion por razon de sexo, los procedimientos de reclamacion, y sobre como comunicar una preocupacion o queja visite: www. bethelsd.org.
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