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Telephone Operator|Jeanes|PD
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What they do
A Switchboard or Telephone Operator works for a telephone company or system to operate telephone system equipment to route incoming calls, direct internal calls, or assist customers with placing calls. Assists with connecting long distance or collect calls, or provides customers with assistance in finding a phone number or an address. May also answer customer calls at a company or organization or work for an agency that handles and routes emergency calls.
$38,764 / year median in Pennsylvania
-16% projected decline
Job Description
Processes all incoming, outgoing and interdepartmental telephone calls. Monitors emergency alarms. Provides receptionist duties to all patients, visitors and vendors. Education High School Diploma or Equivalent Required Experience 1 year experience in telecommunications. Preferred Licenses