Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority
Job Classification Specification
CAMERA OPERATOR/SCREEN PROCESS TECHNICIAN
Pay Grade A34
Basic Function
| Under moderate supervision, operates an Acti-process camera and uses related darkroom equipment in the preparation of silk screens and graphic art work. |
Classification Characteristics
| Differs from Photolithographic Processing Operator in that Camera Operator operates screen printing press and related computer equipment in the preparation of silk screens for signs, decals, posters, banners and other related work, which includes the operation of sheet metal fabrication equipment and various types of printer/plotter while the Photolithographic Processing Operator prepares metal and paper plates as part of the printing process.
There is a Camera Operator/Screen Process Technician Leader who in addition to the regular Camera Operator/Screen Process Technician duties, is responsible for assigning duties and directing employees in the performance of their work under the supervision of his/her immediate supervisor with whom he/she shall consult in all matters affecting such work. A Leader receives additional pay for each hour worked as stipulated by the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. |
Supervised by: Screen Process Shop Supervisor
Supervises:
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Work Environment
In order to achieve Metro’s goals in support of its mission, potential candidates are
required to commit and continuously practice and demonstrate the following work values:
- Safety – To ensure that our employees, passengers
and the general public’s safety is always our first consideration.
- Service Excellence – To provide safe, clean, reliable,
on-time, courteous service for our clients and customers.
- Workforce Development – To make Metro a learning organization
that attracts, develops, motivates and retains a world-class workforce.
- Accountability for Performance and Fiscal Responsibility – To manage every taxpayer and customer-generated dollar as if it were coming from our own pocket and ensure the highest possible return on investment.
- Innovation and Technology – To actively participate in identifying
best practices for continuous improvement.
- Sustainability – To reduce, reuse and recycle all internal resources
and reduce green-house gas emissions.
- Integrity – To rely on the professional ethics and honesty of every
Metro employee.
- Teamwork – To actively blend our individual talents to achieve world-class
performance and service.
- Civil Rights – To actively promote compliance with all civil rights statutes,
regulations and policies.
- Community – To actively engage with the Community as it relates to Metro interest/services.
Examples of Duties
- Creates and reproduces artwork with graphic computer software
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Works from sketches, blueprints, drawings, and verbal information to produce layout and artwork for screen printing
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Develops graphic files into images, which are then transformed to yield a positive image film
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Touches up both positive and negative films
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Produces a negative image on a silkscreen treated with a photosensitive emulsion by placing the positive image film
- between the silk screen and a light source on a vacuum frame
Mixes and matches paint colors; stretches screen fabric onto printing frame; operates printing press; and fabricates sign-blanks
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Operates computer graphic software and related equipment
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Prepares material to be silk screened
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Applies ink, paint, or other material to produce image on plexiglass, metal, vinyl, cardboard, fabric, or wood
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Performs basic shop-keeping functions which includes cleaning, adjusting, maintaining, and making minor repairs to related equipment
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Contributes to ensuring that the EEO policies and programs of Metro are carried out
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Essential Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Methods, materials, equipments and safety procedures utilized in screen printing
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Functions and operations of related computer equipment and graphic software
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Ability to:
- Safely operate related signage equipment
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Perform color separations
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Prepare silk screens
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Follow oral and written instructions
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Tolerate exposure to chemicals, fumes, and odors
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Read, write, speak, and understand English
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Minimum Qualifications
Potential candidates interested in the CAMERA OPERATOR/SCREEN PROCESS TECHNICIAN position MUST meet
the following requirements:
- 4 years' of experience performing all phases of silkscreen graphics and printing procedures and
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Up to 2 years’ training or education in a directly related field or recognized school or apprenticeship program may be substituted for equivalent experience
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Must be able to obtain a forklift certification/license
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Must possess a valid California Class C driver’s license
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Special Conditions
- Must comply with all California Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Cal/OSHA) regulations and utilize approved safety equipment and personal protective gear including, but not limited to, respirators, eye and hearing protective devices (HPD), if and when required
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Disclaimer
This job specification is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other related job duties.
Date Originally Created: 4/12/1995
Date Last Revised: 12/16/2010
ATU: 0793A