Computer operator Job description

Computer operator Job Profile & Description

A computer operator controls and monitors a computer and peripheral data processing devices to process scientific, business, engineering and other data types. The operator enters commands at a computer terminal, sets controls on the computer and peripheral devices then monitors and responds to operating and error messages.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Clear office equipment at end of operations and review schedule to facilitate next assignment.
• Record computer information such as problems that occurred, operating time and actions.
• Load peripheral equipment in use with selected materials for operation and oversee operations
• Determine the tools and equipment required to do a job and making necessary requisitions
• Enter commands into a computer terminal and activate controls on peripheral equipment and computer to operate the equipment
• Monitor the system continuously for equipment failure or errors in performance.
• Type commands and transfer encoded data into the computer storage for further use

Skills and specifications

• Understanding written words, short hand codes and sentences in work related documents
• Monitoring and assessing personal performance and other individuals or organizations to take corrective action or make improvements or.

Abilities

• Ability to sort items or actions in a defined order or pattern depending defined set of rules for instance letters, patterns of numbers, pictures, words, mathematical operations.

Education and Qualifications

• Minimum college or university diploma in IT, computer science or related field
• Knowledge of processors, circuit boards, chips, computer hardware and software, including programming and applications.
• Knowledge in clerical and administrative procedures
• Certification in MS Office packages (PowerPoint, Word, Access and Excel) is very helpful
• Proficiency in English language is essential

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