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Computer Operators

SOC 43-9011.00

Monitor and control electronic computer and peripheral electronic data processing equipment to process business, scientific, engineering, and other data according to operating instructions. Monitor and respond to operating and error messages. May enter commands at a computer terminal and set controls on computer and peripheral devices.

Zone 3 Office and Administrative Support

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Green

Top Skills 8

Operation Monitoring

3.9

Reading Comprehension

3.6

Active Listening

3.6

Critical Thinking

3.6

Monitoring

3.6

Speaking

3.4

Complex Problem Solving

3.4

Operation and Control

3.2

Knowledge Areas 8

Computers and Electronics

4.5

Customer and Personal Service

4.3

English Language

3.7

Mathematics

3.3

Clerical

3.1

Telecommunications

3.1

Public Safety and Security

3.0

Administration and Management

3.0

Key Tasks

1Enter commands, using computer terminal, and activate controls on computer and peripheral equipment to integrate and operate equipment.

2Oversee the operation of computer hardware systems, including coordinating and scheduling the use of computer terminals and networks to ensure efficient use.

3Monitor the system for equipment failure or errors in performance.

4Answer telephone calls to assist computer users encountering problems.

5Respond to program error messages by finding and correcting problems or terminating the program.

Also Known As

Card Sorter Card Tape Converter Operator Computer Console Operator Computer Operator Computer Peripheral Equipment Operator Computer Specialist Computer Technician Computing Machine Operator Console Operator Control Room Operator