The tasks expected to perform include:
- Operating computer and peripheral equipment to process business, scientific, engineering or other data according to operating instructions
- Entering commands and using keyboard of computer terminal
- Entering commands to clear computer system and start operation using keyboard of computer terminal
- Observing peripheral equipment and error messages displayed on monitor of terminal to detect faulty output or machine stoppage
- Entering commands to correct error or stoppage and resuming operations
- Notifying supervisor of errors or equipment stoppage
- Clearing equipment at end of operating run and reviewing schedule to determine next assignment
- Recording problems that occurred such as down time and actions taken
- Answering telephone calls to assist computer users encountering problem
- Assisting workers in classifying, cataloguing and maintaining tapes