Computer Operators

Also called: Computer Operator, Computer Specialist, Control Room Operator, Operations and Maintenance Technician

In the military: see titles from the Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, or Navy.

What they do:

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.

On the job, you would:

Enter commands, using computer terminal, and activate controls on computer and peripheral equipment to integrate and operate equipment.
Oversee the operation of computer hardware systems, including coordinating and scheduling the use of computer terminals and networks to ensure efficient use.
Monitor the system for equipment failure or errors in performance.

Engineering and Technology

computers and electronics

Business

customer service
administrative services

Arts and Humanities

English language

Math and Science

arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, or statistics

Basic Skills

keeping track of how well people and/or groups are doing in order to make improvements
listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions

Problem Solving

noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it

People and Technology Systems

figuring out how a system should work and how changes in the future will affect it
thinking about the pros and cons of different options and picking the best one

Verbal