Communication Services - Print Shop

APPLICATION MATERIALS

Applicants are required to submit a combined cover letter and resume in one PDF document. Your cover letter must summarize your interest, education and experience relative to this position. Incomplete materials will not be considered.

To expedite the application process, combine your cover letter and resume into one PDF document before applying and upload electronically when requested in the online application process.

This position will close on April 30, 2026.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Chelan PUD does not sponsor work visas such as H-1B, E-3, F-1, OPT, student visas, TN, or any other visas. Candidates and employees must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Interested parties are also invited to contact Human Resources at joblist@chelanpud.org to discuss the position.

CONTRACT RATE

• The starting wage for this position is $26.51 per hour. After six months, the hourly rate increases to $28.92 per hour. With tenure in this role an employee may earn up to a maximum of $36.84 per hour.
• Introductory Period: New employees holding regular positions must complete an introductory period of twelve months.BENEFITS EPOA

In addition to any State mandated benefits, employees also enjoy the following benefits,

• Competitive wages
• Outstanding benefits which include zero cost employer funded medical, dental, and vision healthcare benefits
• Leave benefits including paid leave starting at 21 days (3.23 hours/week prorated based on hours paid) per calendar year up to 35 with tenure
• Paid Holidays – up to 11 days per calendar year in 2025, changing to up to 12 days per calendar year in 2026, paid jury duty.
• Employee Assistance Program
• State Retirement PERS participation (positions working 70 hours per month for at least 5 months each year)
• Optional 457 plan participation with employer matching 401(a) plan
• VEBA health reimbursement account
• Optional Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life/Voluntary Life plan option
• Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
• Recognition programs and position specific stipends
• Award Stipends: Safety, Employee Appreciation, Retirement Awards

For more explanation of the district benefits please visit our benefits website .

JOB POSTING

Communication Services - Print Shop

Overview
Responsible for operating, general maintenance, and troubleshooting equipment located in the District's print and sign shop and mailroom using various software programs to manage production. Provide mailroom relief, and general departmental support as available. Provide customer service and creative print solutions to ensure high-quality standards for internal and external customers. Serve as the main backup for the Print Production Coordinator in their absence.

Responsibilities

• Operate Printing Equipment: Operate and troubleshoot equipment including digital printers, copiers, sign making equipment, paper cutter, paper drills, binding, folder and laser engraver. Coordinate with vendors for equipment maintenance. Prepare files for production by adjusting colors, checking file formats, and setting up layouts. Print the District’s payroll and accounts payable warrants.
• Mailroom: Receive, sort, distribute and route District mail. Operate basic mailroom equipment such as mail inserter and postage meters. Prepare shipments and coordinate with postal and courier services. Process special mailings, disconnect notices, UPS and other mailings. Receive, process and distribute office supplies. Work with vendors and customers for ordering, returning, stocking and tracking supplies.
• Develop Print Solutions: Collaborate with customers to understand their unique needs, explore creative print options, and develop innovative ideas or alternative approaches to achieve the desired outcome through design adjustments, material choices or specialized printing techniques. Inspect final products for errors or defects to maintain high-quality standards.
• Workflow and Inventory Management: Receive and organize print jobs, prioritizing tasks based on deadlines and importance. Work collaboratively with the Print Production Coordinator to ensure timely project completion. Monitor and order paper, ink, and other supplies needed for printing. Deliver and stock paper and related supplies.
• Technology: Use software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office applications, print equipment software, mailroom software, cd/dvd burner and office supply programs.
• Print Shop Coverage: Serve as primary back up to the Print Production Coordinator.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance: Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Comply with District policies. Complete all required training. Maintain a working knowledge and comply with District safety procedures and specific safety requirements of this position, and those in accordance with applicable provisions of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and Washington Administrative Code (WAC).
• Employees with access to confidential employee records and information are required to restrict access from any unauthorized person.
• As an essential function, drive a motorized vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the District.

Reports To
Manager - Communications

Overtime exemption
Non-Exempt

Qualifications

Education

• No post-secondary education required.

Experience

• 1 year Clerical experience, including mail handling, copying and general office equipment operation required.
• Experience troubleshooting and performing basic maintenance on printing or office equipment. preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid Driver's License at hire and WA Driver's License within 30 days of hire required.

Skills and Abilities
A fully skilled incumbent will have the following knowledge skills & abilities:

• Requires good organizational skills, detail oriented, ability to prioritize and multi-task and ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of printing techniques and materials.
• Ability to use software like Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to adapt to customer requests and offer creative print solutions, including material choices and design adjustments.
• Troubleshooting skills for diagnosing and resolving equipment issues.
• Must be self-motivating individual with excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work well in team environment.
• Strong customer service skills and flexibility is a must.
• Strong proofing skills and accuracy is required.
• Requires problem-solving abilities and ability to be flexible on daily assigned tasks working in a fast-paced environment.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual is required to have knowledge of, general office equipment; computers and networked printers/copy machines. Ability to learn PeopleSoft Timekeeping/HR; Maximo; print/sign shop and mailroom equipment. Including digital printers, copiers, sign making equipment, paper cutter, paper drills, binding, folder and laser engraver, postage meter, mail inserter, and other equipment as assigned.
• Must be proficient in reading, writing and speaking English.

Background Screening

• Pursuant to the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCIDSS), Chelan County Public Utility District #1 conducts background screening of personnel granted rights to access customer credit or debit card holder data or the data environment.

Physical Demands

• Sitting Seldom 0-10%
• Standing Regularly 67-100%
• Walking Occasional 11-33%
• Lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds Occasional 11-33%
• Lifting and/or moving up to 100 pounds Occasional 11-33%
• Lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds above shoulder height unassisted. Frequent 34-66%
• Lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds above shoulder height unassisted Occasional 11-33%
• Twist/Flex/Extend – Neck area Regularly 67-100%
• Balancing/Climbing (ladders, equip., etc.) Occasional 11-33%
• Pulling, Pushing, or Exerting Force Occasional 11-33%
• Wrist/hand/fingers manipulation (keyboarding, manual tool usage, etc.) Frequent 34-66%
• Reaching with Hands and Arms Frequent 34-66%
• Handle/Grasp Regularly 67-100%
• Forceful Grasp Occasional 11-33%
• Performing Repetitive Hand or Arm Motion Frequent 34-66%
• Using Hands to Finger, Handle, or Feel Regularly 67-100%
• Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, Crawling or Twisting Torso Occasional 11-33%
• Hand Controls (joy sick, controls on equipment, etc.) Occasional 11-33%
• Vibratory Task - Low (drills, jackhammer, sanders....) Occasional 11-33%
• Talking Regularly 67-100%
• Hearing Regularly 67-100%
• Visual - Near Acuity Regularly 67-100%
• Visual - Peripheral Acuity Regularly 67-100%
• Visual - Color Discrimination Frequent 34-66%
• Visual - Far Acuity Occasional 11-33%
• Visual - Depth Perception Occasional 11-33%
• Reach Floor to Waist Occasional 11-33%
• Reach Waist to Shoulder Occasional 11-33%
• Reach Above Shoulder Occasional 11-33%

Working Conditions

• Exposure to Weather - Occasionally
• Extreme Cold - Occasionally
• Extreme Heat - Occasionally
• Wet and/or Humidity - Occasionally
• Proximity to Moving Mechanical Parts - Regularly
• Atmospheric Conditions (dust, fumes, etc.) - Occasionally
• Exposed Heights (over 5 ft.) - Frequently
• Noise Intensity Level: - Moderate

District Values

• Trust - We act with integrity, empathy, competence, and transparency, earning the confidence and respect of each other and the public we serve.
• Safety - We protect what matters most through the choices we make.
• Stewardship - We responsibly manage and thoughtfully oversee all resources entrusted to us for the benefit of future generations.
• Collaboration - We transform our deep expertise from individual advantage into shared power - partnering across teams to maximize our impact and secure our future.
• Courage - We boldly step into the unknown to do what matters, seeking opportunities to grow and lead.

Equal Opportunity/ADA

Chelan PUD is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer (EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled). We value diversity at all levels of the organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected classifications as defined by law.

EEO Law Posters can be found on the main Careers (chelanpud.org) page in English and Spanish.

The job functions and physical requirements described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

A valid driver's license is required for this position (verified upon hire). A valid Washington State driver's license is required within 30 days of employment.

BACKGROUND SCREENING

Pursuant to the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCIDSS), Chelan County Public Utility District #1 conducts background screening of personnel granted rights to access customer credit or debit card holder data or the data environment.

DISCLAIMER

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility. This should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.

As part of its recruiting process, Chelan PUD may engage a third-party vendor to perform previous employment verification, education verification, and reference checking.

EEO

Chelan PUD is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

We value diversity at all levels of the organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected classifications as defined by law.

EEO Law Posters can be found on the main Careers page in English and Spanish.

Chelan PUD will not be offering any work visa sponsorship for this role.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-I.35(c)

Pay: $26.51 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $27 - $37