Telephone Operators

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    Workada produces high-quality labeled data for advanced technology systems. Our team reviews, categorizes, evaluates, and quality-checks digital content so those systems can better understand information and handle real-world tasks. What You'll Do...

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    Overview Remote (Work-at-Home) Dispatch-Scheduler/Lead Associate / $21.00 per hour / Full-time. Opportunity for Full-Time Position with a company who maintains a solid presence and future in its market niche.Note: For initial and occasional...

  • Work from Home - No Experience - Mayo Clinic - Columbus,OH

    Benefits HighlightsMedical: Multiple plan options.Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.Vision: Affordable plan with national network.Pre‑Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.Retirement: Competitive...

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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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