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Summary Description


	Receive and transmit communications using radiotelephone equipment in accordance with government regulations. May repair equipment.

Sample Job Titles

1.	Aircraft Dispatcher

2.	Airline Operations Agent

3.	Airline Radio Operator

4.	Avionics Supervisor

5.	Centrex Radio Operator

6.	Communications Specialist

7.	Communications Technician

8.	Continuous Wave Operator (CW Operator)

9.	Dispatcher

10.	Electronic Intelligence Operations Specialist

11.	Field Radio Operator

12.	Flight Communications Specialist

13.	Flight Follower

14.	Photoradio Operator

15.	Police Communications Operator

16.	Radio Communication Coordinator

17.	Radio Division Officer

18.	Radio Electronics Officer (REO)

19.	Radio Electronics Technician (RET)

20.	Radio Intelligence Operator

21.	Radio Officer

22.	Radio Operator

23.	Radio Recorder

24.	Radio Station Operator

25.	Radiophone Operator

26.	Radiotelegraph Operator

27.	Radiotelegrapher

28.	Radiotelephone Operator

29.	Receiver

30.	Signals Analyst

31.	Telecommunication Operator

Job Tasks

	Operate sound-recording equipment to record signals and preserve broadcasts for purposes such as analysis by intelligence personnel. Operate audio recording equipment.

	Monitor emergency frequencies to detect distress calls and respond by dispatching emergency equipment.

	Send, receive, and interpret coded messages. Operate communications, transmissions, or broadcasting equipment.

	Communicate with receiving operators to exchange transmission instructions. Operate communications, transmissions, or broadcasting equipment.

	Repair radio equipment as necessary, using electronic testing equipment, hand tools, and power tools. Maintain recording or broadcasting equipment.

	Operate radio equipment to communicate with ships, aircraft, mining crews, offshore oil rigs, logging camps and other remote operations. Operate communications, transmissions, or broadcasting equipment.

	Broadcast weather reports and warnings. Report news to the public.

	Maintain station logs of messages transmitted and received for activities such as flight testing and fire locations. Maintain logs of production activities.

	Conduct periodic equipment inspections and routine tests to ensure that operations standards are met. Inspect communications or broadcasting equipment.

	Turn controls or throw switches to activate power, adjust voice volume and modulation, and set transmitters on specified frequencies. Operate control consoles for sound, lighting or video.

	Coordinate radio-related aspects of locating and contacting airplanes and ships that are missing or in distress. Operate communications, transmissions, or broadcasting equipment.

	Determine and obtain bearings of sources from which signals originate, using direction-finding procedures and equipment.

	Examine and operate new equipment prior to installation to ensure that it performs properly. Inspect communications or broadcasting equipment. Operate communications, transmissions, or broadcasting equipment.

	Review applicable regulations regarding radio communications, and report violations. Maintain knowledge of laws or regulations.

	Set up antennas and mobile communication units during military field exercises. Operate communications, transmissions, or broadcasting equipment.

Work Activities

Importance	Work Activity

Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

Communicating with Persons Outside Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.

Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.

Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.

Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.

Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.

Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.

Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

Monitoring and Controlling Resources — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.

Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.

Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).

Performing for or Working Directly with the Public — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.

Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

Provide Consultation and Advice to Others — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.

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