Job Description

Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a Production and Printing Technician for the Motor Vehicle Services Program in Cheyenne, Wyoming. This position will support all WYDOT license plate printing and production needs and serve all Wyoming County Treasurers.
This position offers: **$2,000 Hiring Bonus** See notes for eligibility

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Cheyenne is a steadily growing community along the Front Range, but still true to the history of the Old West. The city offers nearby access to mountain biking, skiing, hiking, fishing, hunting, and other outdoor activities. Cheyenne is also home to the "Daddy of 'em All" - Cheyenne Frontier Days - held every last week of July. Wyoming is one of only seven states with no state income tax. Human Resource Contact: Amy Vigil (307)777-4455 or email at
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.

• Scans files to network printers via scanner, network, or customer CD.
• Operates and maintains high-volume printers/machinery and PC's.
• Sets up and operates machines that perform operations that may include but are not limited to the following: binding operations; license plate operations; folding, cutting, laminating, stapling, shrink wrapping, padding, and drilling.
• Deals with equipment breakdown during times of critical need, meeting customer needs when they have last-minute pressing deadlines, and making last-minute changes to printing requests.
• Provides efficient, high-quality printing and transfer of documents and electronic files in a timely and professional manner.
• Operates computer software.
• Changes and calibrates print heads.
• Changes heat-activated color ribbons as needed.
• Performs routine maintenance.
• Utilizes computerized techniques.
• Constantly monitors equipment.
• Maintains records of repairs, calibrations, and tests.
• Identifies and analyzes problems to select, implement, and evaluate solutions.
• Completes quality control of finished product.
• Ships and delivers printed products.
• Supports the County Treasurer's license plate production requirements.
• Responsible for independently completing jobs by setting up operations and maintaining a variety of production equipment
• Determines the cause of operating errors and takes corrective action.
• Operates and maintains various machines, including a forklift, pallet jack, hydraulic tables, metal straightener, calipers, etc.

Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Forklift Operator Certification or the ability to obtain certification
KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of the printing field, including how engineering plans, manuals, reports, etc., should be printed.
• Knowledge of engineering plans.
• Knowledge of the operation of high volume production printing equipment, production color machines, and wide format engineering printers, and various binding equipment and/or license plate equipment.
• Knowledge of paper characteristics and printing processes.
• Knowledge of computer operations, network systems, and printer options.
• Knowledge of basic color theory and color management.
• Knowledge of machine operation, repair, and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.
• Knowledge of computer graphic design techniques and materials, design, and desktop publishing software.
• Knowledge of standard practices, materials, techniques, and processes used in the pressroom.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Associate's Degree (typically in Business)
Experience:
0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Business)
OR
Education & Experience Substitution:
2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Business)
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Daily operation of moving machinery/equipment
• Ability to lift and/or carry materials between 50-75 pounds.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Works with and around moving machinery, around continuous high noise,
• chemical odors, and paper dust
• Limited statewide travel to deliver license plates.
• Limited use of a box truck for deliveries.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.
• E-Verify: WYDOT uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about

, including your rights and responsibilities. * **Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus**
Temporary employees accepting a full-time position.
Current employees accepting a promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been opened to the public.
One year of service to WYDOT must be completed; failure to complete this requirement will forfeit the hiring incentive, and funds will be recouped from final pay.
Internal candidates would be required to remain in the position for a minimum of one (1) year from their promotion date.
Employees would only be eligible for one (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period.
If the employee elects to downgrade through an active recruitment and/or appointment during the twelve (12) month period, they would be required to pay the bonus back.
Supplemental Information
045, Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT)
Click to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
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The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change; please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration.
There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few!
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