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Computer Operator

UCI Series Concepts

Class Specifications - F.10
Senior Computer Operator - 4812
Computer Operator - 4813

November, 1977

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SERIES CONCEPT

Computer Operators operate electronic computers and related peripheral 
equipment; and perform other related duties as required.

Incumbents typically operate a console or machine control panel, tape units, 
card readers, printers, disc units, on-site remote terminal equipment, 
communication terminals, teletypes and related equipment; read and interpret 
work plans and schedules; identify and locate input data materials; set up, 
load and change tapes, cards, discs and forms; check input and output for 
general results; observe machines in operation; analyze stops; and take 
corrective action as necessary. Incumbents perform minor maintenance of some 
computer components such as removing card forms, cleaning magnetic tape 
drives, adjusting remote transmission equipment and replacing printer and 
keypunch ribbons; complete labels, forms and log books; file
tape discs, cards and other data materials; transmit runs, listings, and other
output data and run test programs as required.

The Computer Operator series consists of  two  levels  with  the  distinction  
between levels based on the complexity of the operating functions and the 
degree of supervision exercised.

                              CLASS CONCEPTS

Senior Computer Operator

Under general supervision incumbents supervise the operations on one shift of 
a campus electronic computer installation or satellite computer installation; 
or perform lead duties in the operation of a multi-operation computer system 
typically involving the direction of the work of two or more Computer 
Operators. Incumbents assign, direct and review the work of lower level 
Computer Operators in the operation of an electronic computer system and 
related supporting functions; perform work as required in computer processing 
to accomplish objectives within specified time limits; arrange work schedules 
and priorities to make effective use of available equipment and personnel; 
participate in the development and improvement of operating procedures; train 
and supervise students and other non-employee personnel allowed to operate 
computer equipment; and are assigned responsibility, without immediate 
supervision, for the operations phase of a satellite computer installation 
physically separated from the main computer facility.

Incumbents in addition perform the range of duties outlined in the Series 
Concept. This is the lead/advanced operational level of the series.

Computer Operator

Under supervision incumbents perform the range of duties outlined in the 
Series Concept. This is the operational level of the series.

                          MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Senior Computer Operator

Two years of college and two years of experience in the operation of 
electronic computer equipment; or an equivalent combination of education and 
experience; and knowledges and abilities essential to the successful 
performance of the duties assigned to the position.

Computer Operator

Two years of college and one year of experience in the operation of electronic
computer system equipment; or an equivalent combination of education and
experience; and knowledges and abilities essential to the successful 
performance of the duties assigned to the position.

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