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Digital Print Technician

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title Digital Print Technician
Department/Unit Printing Services
Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Posting Number S147-24
Employee Group NSGEU Local 77
Position Type Term
Duration of Contract (if applicable) 1 year (with the possibility of extension)
Employment Type Full Time
Full-time Equivalency (FTE) 1.0
Salary $25.91 - $32.80 per hour ($43,785 - $55,429 per annum, 32.5 hours per week)
Classification T7
Provisional Statement
About Dalhousie University
Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.
Job Summary
Printing Services is an Ancillary unit that provides cost effective, timely and high-quality print-related services in support of Dalhousie’s teaching, learning and research activities. Reporting to the Manager of Printing Services, the Digital Print Technician is a member of the production team, responsible for producing a wide range of documents in response to client requests.
Key Responsibilities
  • Process files received in a variety of digital formats, as well as hard copy documents.
  • Review and troubleshoot digital files, liaise with clients for modifications as needed, and provide basic desktop publishing services using templates.
  • Utilize software to prepare files for printing, program jobs, and route to appropriate print device.
  • Monitor machine operation. Unload print jobs from output trays and route documents to finishing or packaging area. Perform basic equipment maintenance.
  • Operate bindery and finishing equipment (e.g., folder, cutter, perforator, and drill), ensuring adherence to specifications to produce high quality, finished products.
  • Provide counter service and consult with clients via phone or email for order intake and advise on pricing and job specifications; process payments; and other related duties.

Note
This position requires considerable physical effort including frequent standing, walking, bending, and the ability to safely lift items weighing up to 55 pounds on a daily basis.

Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus.
Required Qualifications
  • Post-secondary diploma in Graphic and Print Production plus three to five years’ experience working as part of a team in a print shop environment, including operation of high-speed digital production devices and finishing equipment (or an equivalent combination of training and experience).
  • Demonstrated communication (verbal and written) and customer service skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to multitask, take initiative and prioritize orders to meet deadlines.
  • Experience with MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel), Adobe Acrobat and InDesign.
Assets
  • Experience with large format printing and installation into various types of hardware.
  • Experience with cut vinyl application and removal (various types of surfaces).

Job Competencies
The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s core competencies (https://www.dal.ca/dept/leaders.html), in particular:

- Respect & Inclusion
- Adaptability
- Knowledge & Thinking Skills
- Communication
- Service
Additional Information
Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.
Application Consideration
Bargaining unit employees (NSGEU local 77) are given priority consideration and will be notified on the status of their application following assessment. All other applications will be considered when there is no qualified candidate from the bargaining unit.

We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or Human Resources.
Diversity Statement
Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.
Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1
Open Date 05/06/2024
Close Date 05/20/2024
Open Until Filled No
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Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
  1. Résumé / Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Optional Documents
  1. Cover Letter