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Akima

Federal contractor delivering facilities, IT, logistics

Copier Technician

Graphic DesignConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeWashington, DC, USA$83k - $85kIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • An active Top Secret security clearance is required.
  • One year of experience duplicating books, booklets, brochures, trifolds, cards, posters, and reports; converting graphic publication page layouts to conform to printing standards; and preflighting files for high-speed copiers.
  • Ability to convert computer application files to PDF.
  • Ability to duplicate pages using Xerox copying equipment, including Iridesse.
  • Knowledge of layouts for booklet cutting and binding operations.
  • Familiarity with print shop equipment, including HP L570 and HP L360 large-format printers and Epson 9880 and Epson 9870 printers.
  • Knowledge of PageMaker, large-format printers, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Publisher.
  • Working knowledge of paper types used in the printing industry, ability to identify stock used in the print shop, and ability to make decisions necessary to complete requests.

Responsibilities

  • Develop visual concepts for books, booklets, brochures, trifolds, cards, posters, and reports, ensuring materials align with printing standards and customer requirements.
  • Determine layout, typography, color schemes, and production methods for routine and complex print projects.
  • Prepare files for high-speed digital printing by conducting preflight checks and converting documents to print-ready formats, ensuring accuracy and adherence to production standards.
  • Use Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop; Microsoft Office Suite; and Kodak Smartboard to produce print and digital assets.
  • Operate and oversee advanced digital printing equipment, including the Xerox Iridesse, Xerox Versant V180P, and Kodak Digimaster HD150, ensuring proper setup and quality output.
  • Manage large-format printing projects, including posters, retirement boards, and photographic reproductions, using HP L570, HP L360, Epson 9880, and Epson 9870 printers.
  • Develop and prepare technical and non-technical visual presentations using design principles and print production techniques.
  • Convert and optimize digital files for production, including custom PDF preparation, layout formatting, and imposition for booklet cutting and binding.
  • Oversee finishing processes, including coil binding, using equipment such as the GBC Digicoil Inserter, GBC Magnapunch, and CI-12 Coil Inserter and Crimper.

About the Company

Akima

Federal contractor delivering facilities, IT, logistics

Akima provides contracted, integrated services to the U.S. federal government across facilities, IT, logistics, protective services, systems engineering, mission support, FF&E, and construction. It delivers these offerings through multi-domain services that support government missions. As an Alaska Native-owned subsidiary of NANA, Akima combines mission outcomes for customers with long-term value creation for its parent and Iñupiat community. Its goal is to help customer missions succeed while sustaining value for NANA and its shareholders.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Colorado Springs, CO
Founded
1995

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