ONET Occupations » 43-9011.00

Computer Operators

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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Parachute skills

  1. Pay attention to details - Data (4.72)
  2. Compile, keep records, file, retrieve - Data (3.98)
  3. Follow through, get things done - People (3.89)
  4. Convey warmth and empathy - People (3.81)
  5. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (3.81)
  6. Use my intuition - Data (3.75)
  7. Use my brain - Data (3.68)
  8. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.62)
  9. Organize, classify - Data (3.50)
  10. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (3.50)
  11. Listen - People (3.50)
  12. Coordinate - People (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Operation Monitoring (3.75)
  2. Reading Comprehension (3.62)
  3. Monitoring (3.50)
  1. Problem Sensitivity (3.75)
  2. Near Vision (3.62)
  3. Oral Comprehension (3.50)
  4. Information Ordering (3.50)
  5. Perceptual Speed (3.50)
  6. Selective Attention (3.50)
  1. Attention to Detail (4.72)
  2. Dependability (4.60)
  3. Adaptability/Flexibility (4.52)
  4. Integrity (4.48)
  5. Stress Tolerance (4.38)
  6. Cooperation (4.12)
  7. Self Control (3.96)
  8. Initiative (3.90)
  9. Persistence (3.89)
  10. Concern for Others (3.81)
  11. Analytical Thinking (3.68)
  12. Achievement/Effort (3.63)
  13. Independence (3.55)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Interacting With Computers (4.87)
  2. Getting Information (4.60)
  3. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (4.14)
  4. Processing Information (4.10)
  5. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (4.06)
  6. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (4.04)
  7. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (4.00)
  8. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (3.99)
  9. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (3.98)
  10. Analyzing Data or Information (3.78)
  11. Documenting/Recording Information (3.56)
  12. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (3.54)
  13. Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material (3.52)
  14. Scheduling Work and Activities (3.50)
  1. Maintain Client-Server Database (4.87)
  2. Operate Computer Networks (4.87)
  3. Set Computer Controls Or Devices In Data Processing Center (4.87)
  4. Test Computer Programs Or Systems (4.87)
  5. Use Computers To Enter, Access Or Retrieve Data (4.87)
  6. Read Work Order, Instructions, Formulas, Or Processing Charts (4.60)
  7. Monitor Computer Operation (3.99)
  8. Follow Data Storage Procedures (3.98)
  9. Use Knowledge Of Mainframe Computers (3.98)
  10. Use Telephone Communication Techniques (3.98)
  11. Ensure Correct Grammar, Punctuation, Or Spelling (3.54)