Job Summary

Printing Services is an administrative 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 (via email, online web submission system, other digital media), 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 Fiery production workflow software to prepare files for printing, program jobs, and route to appropriate print device.
• Monitor machine operation (e.g., fill paper trays, clear equipment jams, replace toner and fuser oil units), 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 or consult clients via phone or email to receive orders, and advise on pricing and job specifications; discharge orders, process payments, and other related duties.

Note

Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus.

Dalhousie’s vaccine mandate has been suspended at this time, and employees no longer need to provide proof of full vaccination. However, health and safety risks to our community will continue to be monitored and a vaccine mandate may be reinstated if necessary.

Qualifications

Post-secondary diploma in graphic arts and print production, plus a minimum of three years’ experience in a print centre environment, including operation of high speed digital production devices and finishing equipment (or an equivalent combination of training and experience) is required. Communication and customer service skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize jobs, are key to this position. Experience with MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel), Adobe Acrobat and InDesign is required. Experience with large format printing is an asset.

Job Competencies

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 is committed to fostering a collegial culture grounded in diversity and inclusiveness. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons with a disability, racialized persons, including persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), women, persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community.