Telephone Operators

Top 3 Telephone Operator Jobs

25S Satellite Communication Systems Operator-Maintainer - National Guard - Columbus,OH
Job Description Communication is a vital part of the military's ability to run successful missions. It's the role of the Satellite Communication Systems Operator-Maintainers to ensure the lines of communication are always open, by...
Customer Service Agent Part Time - American Airlines - Columbus,OH
Intro Are you ready to explore a world of possibilities, both...
Terminal Operators - In-Person Hiring Event (Pick Your Interview Time!) - ConGlobal - Columbus,OH
Overview ConGlobal is hiring immediately for a key position within our global supply chain. No experience necessary, we offer paid training, great benefits, competitive pay and opportunities for future...

What Telephone operators Do

Provide information by accessing alphabetical, geographical, or other directories. Assist customers with special billing requests, such as charges to a third party and credits or refunds for incorrectly dialed numbers or bad connections. May handle emergency calls and assist children or people with physical disabilities to make telephone calls.

Telephone operator Salaries

2020 employment: 4,800
May 2021 median annual wage: $37,630

Job Outlook for Telephone operators

Projected employment change, 2020-30:

Number of new jobs: -1,200
Growth rate: -25 percent (Decline)

How to Become a Telephone operator

Education and training:

Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent
Work experience in a related occupation: None
Typical on-the-job training: Short-term on-the-job training

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