Mailing Machines Operator I

Job Description and Duties

Department (EDD), Document Management Division (DMD) is searching for a motivated, skilled, and challenge-seeking individual who enjoys innovation, problem solving, and is interested in working with an exciting team of professionals in a fast-paced environment. Under general direction of the Office of Documents, Publications, and Distribution's Mail Operations Group Mail Machines Supervisor I the Incoming Mail & Statewide Distributions Unit, the incumbent is responsible to operate and maintain a variety of machines such as mail metering machines with electronic accounting systems and interfacing electronic scales, and related mailroom equipment. The Mailing Machine Operator I (MMOI) learns to set up, adjust and operate high volume intelligent inserting systems, heavy duty folders, and joggers. The incumbent applies knowledge of United States Postal Service regulations and rates related to the processing of first, third, certified, registered, express, insured mail, and other courier services, uses automated systems to process and track all packages sent by courier service, and prepares dated miscellaneous and accountable mail pieces for posting. The MMOI assists in training of less experienced staff and may act in a lead capacity. 

The incumbent must also have strong organizational and communication abilities (written and verbal) to support the EDD's mission, vision, values, and business priorities. This position is conveniently located in West Sacramento while offering free parking.  

Position located at 3704 Parkway Place, West Sacramento, CA 95691.

Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2% - 4.62% in exchange for hours in the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) per month. For more details, please click  here to visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website.

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Working Conditions

Visa Sponsorship
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment.

The incumbent will work overtime on a mandatory basis when workload or schedule requires. Work in a noisy environment

Stand for long periods of time. Adapt to rotational cross training and accept assignment changes to work hours. Lift 25 pounds or more on a regular basis.

Special Requirements

It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at  .

Please only submit ONE application.  Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing.

If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 and application package to the mailing address provided in the “Application Instructions’ section below and ensure the following:

• Clearly indicate the Job Code #, Position Number and the Classification Title of this position in the “Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying” section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment STD Form 678.

• Clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility (list, transfer, reinstatement, etc.) in the “Explanations” section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.

• Remove and do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (Page 10) with your completed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.  This page is for examination use only.

• Do not include your full Social Security Number on your documents and/or do not provide any LEAP information.

Examination/Assessment

To apply for this position, you must obtain list eligibility by taking and passing the examination. If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination unless your list eligibility has expired.

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Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Knowledge of postal regulations related to postage, different types of mail, and zip code sorting techniques
• Knowledge of metering machines and United States Postal Service equipment
• Ability to rapidly learn effective and safe operation of the EDD's mailing machines and related equipment
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions, and write at a level required for successful job performance
• Ability to work independently, and maintain production records
• Experience operating, adjusting, running, and maintaining mailing machines and related equipment
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
• Knowledge of and experience with personal computers
• Good time management and dependability
• Good communication skills

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website,  , and the CalPERS website,  .

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.