{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"fcc0ea7bd7ca1e9172fd2784","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/fcc0ea7bd7ca1e9172fd2784","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/fcc0ea7bd7ca1e9172fd2784","title":"Mainframe Computer Operator","description":"Mainframe Computer Operator: Onsite | Washington, DC | Full Time | Support\nAbout the role: SPN Solutions Inc. is seeking experienced Mainframe Computer Operators to support mission-critical production and data center operations for the U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO). This role is part of a dedicated onsite team responsible for maintaining uninterrupted mainframe printing and processing services that directly support federal publishing and production operations.\nThis is a hands-on operational role in a controlled data center and print production environment. Candidates who succeed in this role are dependable, detail-oriented, comfortable working with enterprise-scale printers and mainframe job workflows, and able to perform consistently in a structured shift-based environment.\nPlace of performance: U.S. Government Publishing Office, NW, Washington, DC 20401 This position is 100 percent onsite. Remote or hybrid work is not available for this role. Shift schedules: Day shift: 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM\n8-hour shift, Monday through Friday. Candidates must be available to work the assigned shift consistently.\nKey responsibilities\nMainframe print and output operations\nOperate and support high-speed laser printers, impact printers, and bursters within a production mainframe environment.\nConfigure printers based on job instructions received from mainframe consoles and Production Control.\nLoad paper, toner, developer, and other consumables to ensure uninterrupted printing operations.\nMonitor printer status during active production runs and respond promptly to operational needs.\nRemove completed print jobs, organize output, and stage materials for distribution to customers.\nHandle and unload boxes of paper and print materials as required for production workflows.\nProduction Control and job support:\nSupport Production Control activities by submitting, monitoring, and tracking batch jobs using JCL within TSO.\nTrack scheduled jobs and coordinate status updates with Production Control personnel.\nEnsure proper sequencing and handling of print output aligned with job schedules.\nWork area management\nMaintain a clean, safe, and organized printer and output staging area.\nRemove empty boxes, toner containers, and excess paper to maintain operational readiness.\nNotify the recycling room when bins are full or require service.\nSupervision and work environment\nWork is performed onsite under the direction of the GPO Production Control Lead and Data Center Manager. Operators are expected to follow documented procedures, comply with facility rules, and coordinate closely with Government staff to ensure smooth daily operations.\nThis role requires comfort working in an industrial-style production environment with active equipment, standing and moving throughout the shift, and handling physical materials.\nPerformance expectations\nConsistent, reliable support of mainframe and print operations during assigned shifts.\nAccurate execution of print jobs and job support activities.\nTimely and orderly handling of printed output.\nProfessional coordination with Production Control and other onsite personnel.\nAdherence to Government standards, procedures, and safety requirements.\nRequired qualifications:\nExperience operating high-speed laser printers, impact printers, or similar enterprise print equipment.\nPrior experience in a production print room, data center operations, or enterprise operations environment.\nFamiliarity with mainframe operational support concepts, including job submission or tracking using JCL and TSO.\nAbility to follow structured procedures and shift-based operational schedules.\nStrong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks during active production periods.\nAbility to work onsite in Washington, DC on a fixed shift schedule.\nPhysical requirements:\nAbility to lift and move boxes of paper and print materials.\nAbility to stand, walk, and work around active equipment for extended periods.\nAbility to perform hands-on operational tasks throughout the shift.\nAbout SPN Solutions:\nSPN Solutions is an 8A Certified (SBA) Small Business that provides IT enterprise solutions, manages large-scale, mission-critical IT programs, and provides mission support services to customers in the Defense, Federal Civilian Government and Commercial sectors. Our values are the standards that inform and inspire all our activities and distinguish us as a corporation. At SPN, we have a corporate culture which fosters creative thinking, respects your contributions, and accepts nothing less than excellence in serving our customers. We demonstrate these core principles daily through our corporate Values and culture. Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision plans available for you and your family\nPremier 401k retirement plan with corporate matching\nGenerous vacation and sick leave plan\nCompany paid Life and AD&D Insurance\nCompany paid Short-Term Disability Insurance\nTuition reimbursement for continuing education\nSPN Solutions Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, medical condition, veteran status, or any other factor determined to be unlawful by federal, state, or local statutes. SPN Solutions Inc. will treat all employees equally with respect to compensation; opportunities for advancement, including upgrading, promotion and transfer, and all other terms and conditions of employment.\nPay: $26.00 per hour\nBenefits:\n401(k)\n401(k) matching\nDental insurance\nEmployee assistance program\nFlexible schedule\nHealth insurance\nLife insurance\nPaid time off\nParental leave\nTuition reimbursement\nVision insurance\nWork Location: In person","company":"Spnsolutionsinc","rawCompany":"spnsolutionsinc","city":"Washington","state":"DC","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-15T13:07:16.443Z","occupations":[{"code":"51-5112.00","title":"Printing Press Operators","slug":"printing-press-operators"},{"code":"43-9071.00","title":"Office Machine Operators, Except Computer","slug":"office-machine-operators-except-computer"},{"code":"15-1232.00","title":"Computer User Support Specialists","slug":"computer-user-support-specialists"}],"industries":[{"code":"561439","title":"Other Business Service Centers (including Copy Shops)","slug":"other-business-service-centers-including-copy-shops"},{"code":"323111","title":"Commercial Printing (except Screen and Books)","slug":"commercial-printing-except-screen-and-books"},{"code":"323120","title":"Support Activities for Printing","slug":"support-activities-for-printing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Mainframe Computer Operator","description":"Mainframe Computer Operator: Onsite | Washington, DC | Full Time | Support\nAbout the role: SPN Solutions Inc. is seeking experienced Mainframe Computer Operators to support mission-critical production and data center operations for the U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO). This role is part of a dedicated onsite team responsible for maintaining uninterrupted mainframe printing and processing services that directly support federal publishing and production operations.\nThis is a hands-on operational role in a controlled data center and print production environment. Candidates who succeed in this role are dependable, detail-oriented, comfortable working with enterprise-scale printers and mainframe job workflows, and able to perform consistently in a structured shift-based environment.\nPlace of performance: U.S. Government Publishing Office, NW, Washington, DC 20401 This position is 100 percent onsite. Remote or hybrid work is not available for this role. Shift schedules: Day shift: 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM\n8-hour shift, Monday through Friday. 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Operators are expected to follow documented procedures, comply with facility rules, and coordinate closely with Government staff to ensure smooth daily operations.\nThis role requires comfort working in an industrial-style production environment with active equipment, standing and moving throughout the shift, and handling physical materials.\nPerformance expectations\nConsistent, reliable support of mainframe and print operations during assigned shifts.\nAccurate execution of print jobs and job support activities.\nTimely and orderly handling of printed output.\nProfessional coordination with Production Control and other onsite personnel.\nAdherence to Government standards, procedures, and safety requirements.\nRequired qualifications:\nExperience operating high-speed laser printers, impact printers, or similar enterprise print equipment.\nPrior experience in a production print room, data center operations, or enterprise operations environment.\nFamiliarity with mainframe operational support concepts, including job submission or tracking using JCL and TSO.\nAbility to follow structured procedures and shift-based operational schedules.\nStrong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks during active production periods.\nAbility to work onsite in Washington, DC on a fixed shift schedule.\nPhysical requirements:\nAbility to lift and move boxes of paper and print materials.\nAbility to stand, walk, and work around active equipment for extended periods.\nAbility to perform hands-on operational tasks throughout the shift.\nAbout SPN Solutions:\nSPN Solutions is an 8A Certified (SBA) Small Business that provides IT enterprise solutions, manages large-scale, mission-critical IT programs, and provides mission support services to customers in the Defense, Federal Civilian Government and Commercial sectors. Our values are the standards that inform and inspire all our activities and distinguish us as a corporation. At SPN, we have a corporate culture which fosters creative thinking, respects your contributions, and accepts nothing less than excellence in serving our customers. We demonstrate these core principles daily through our corporate Values and culture. Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision plans available for you and your family\nPremier 401k retirement plan with corporate matching\nGenerous vacation and sick leave plan\nCompany paid Life and AD&D Insurance\nCompany paid Short-Term Disability Insurance\nTuition reimbursement for continuing education\nSPN Solutions Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, medical condition, veteran status, or any other factor determined to be unlawful by federal, state, or local statutes. 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