Temporary Reprographic Specialist

Torrance, CA - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 22 - 28

Posted on: 12 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

DESCRIPTION

WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE APPLICANTS TO READ THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

IN ITS ENTIRETYBEFORE SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION.

The City of Torrancewelcomes applications for A TEMPORARY FULL-TIME Reprographic Specialist!

The City of Torrance is excited to announce an excellent opportunity for a Temporary Reprographic Specialist within the General Services Department.
This is your chance to experience meaningful work that supports our organization and helps our community while giving you valuable public sector experience.

The Department:The City of Torrance General Services Department provides essential internal support services that enable all City departments to operate efficiently and effectively. The department oversees a wide range of functions including fleet maintenance building maintenance reprographics mail services and other logistical operations. Its mission is to deliver high-quality cost-effective services that support City programs and ensure reliable resources for employees and the community.

The Position:Under general supervision operates high speed digital reprographic inkjet and duplicating equipment. Operates a variety of equipment used to bind hole-punch staple cut or laminate reproduced/printed materials per request in the centralized reprographic section/unit of the City. Performs routine cleaning and/or maintenance on all equipment used and performs related work as required.

Examples of Essential Duties:

Operate reprographic and large-format printing equipment to reproduce documents posters banners and other media from hardcopy or digital files.
Perform finishing and bindery tasks such as collating folding punching stapling cutting and preparing materials for mailing.
Scan documents maintain digital archives and update electronic job tickets.
Restock paper and supplies; log and distribute incoming shipments; assist staff with supply requests.
Operate material handling equipment (pallet jack forklift) for inventory and paper stock management.
Monitor clean and perform basic maintenance on equipment; order parts and coordinate major repairs.
Maintain accurate records and ensure proper care safety and organization of work areas.
Utilize digital media applications to support printing and finishing tasks.

QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES

Education and Experience
Any combination of education and experience that would have provided the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:

One year of experience with digital printing equipment and commercial bindery equipment. Knowledge of stockroom and inventory procedures preferred.

License or Certificate
Possess and maintain a valid Class C California Driver license. Obtain and maintain forklift certification within 6 months of hire.

Ideal Candidate

Skilled in operating high-speed digital reprographic and printing equipment with ability to perform routine maintenance.
Understands paper stock inks toners and basic computer operations; able to learn specialized applications and stockroom procedures.
Follows written and oral instructions accurately meets specifications and applies basic math for measurements and calculations.
Demonstrates good judgment confidentiality adaptability under pressure and reliability in meeting deadlines.
Willing to learn and operate material handling equipment (forklift pallet jack) and continuously improve skills.
Builds effective working relationships and maintains professionalism in all interactions.

HOW TO APPLY & EXAM PROCESS

Interested candidates must submit an online application and supplemental questionnaire at The application filing period opens Wednesday January 14 2026 and first review of applications will beWednesday January 21 2026 at 5:30 p.m.

Please note: This is a temporary position with the potential to last up tosix months though it may end sooner based on department needs.

For questions please contactNeyda Arechiga at

SPECIAL NOTES

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Performance of the essential duties of this position include the following physical demands and/or working conditions:

Work is regularly performed indoors in a print shop mail room environment. Work is performed among large printing machines. Constant exposure to noise vibrations odors chemicals and ink. Physical demands include lifting carrying and standing for long periods of time. Lifting of stationary boxes and printed materials weighing up to 55 lbs is required.

Positions in this classification may be required to work overtime to ensure that deadlines are met to produce documents such as City Council Agenda City Budget or other documents for special events.

Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact Civil Service prior to the examination date(s). Please reach out at to request accommodations.
As a condition of employment candidates must pass an employment and criminal history background check.
The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and may be modified or revoked without notice.

City of Torrance Inclusion Statement

The City of Torrance is a welcoming and culturally-rich community. As a pillar of public service we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a talented workforce where people of diverse backgrounds cultures religions and lifestyles are valued. Our mission is to create an inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and contribute towards making a positive impact.

The City is an equal opportunity employer and works towards building collaborative teams from all walks of life without regard to race color ethnicity religion national origin age sex sexual orientation gender identity marital status ancestry disability genetic information veteran status or any other status protected under federal state and/or local law. Come join us to help cultivate a workplace that welcomes and celebrates the diversity of our employees!

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DESCRIPTIONWE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE APPLICANTS TO READ THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENTIN ITS ENTIRETYBEFORE SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION.The City of Torrancewelcomes applications for A TEMPORARY FULL-TIME Reprographic Specialist!The City of Torrance is excited to announce an excellent opportunity f...