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Switchboard Operators, Including Answering Service

Office and Administrative Support Occupations · Job Skills & Competencies · SOC 43-2011 · 41 skills

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  • Operate communication systems, such as telephone, switchboard, intercom, two-way radio, or public address.
  • Answer incoming calls, greeting callers, providing information, transferring calls or taking messages as necessary.
  • Greet visitors, log them in and out of the facility, assign them security badges, and contact employee escorts.

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