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Job Description


	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.

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Job Requirements


	Experience: Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.

	Education: Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.

	Training: Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.

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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Computer Operators
Computer Systems Design and Related Services	4,430
Data Processing, Hosting, and Related Services	2,220
Management of Companies and Enterprises	1,960
Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services	1,490
Postal Service (federal government)	1,440
Credit Intermediation and Related Activities (5221 And 5223 only)	1,420
Warehousing and Storage	1,370
State Government, excluding schools and hospitals (OES Designation)	1,320
Local Government, excluding schools and hospitals (OES Designation)	1,270
Insurance Carriers	1,160

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