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Telephone Operators  (NOC 1424)
Northwest Territories
Description |  Titles |  Duties |   Related Occupations

Telephone operators operate computerized telephone systems to advance and assist the completion of telephone calls. They are employed by telephone companies.

directory assistance operator, telephone operator, telephone service assistant, toll operator.

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Telephone operators perform some or all of the following duties:
  • Operate telephone systems to advance and complete customers' telephone calls such as long distance, pay telephone, mobile radio/telephone, person to person and emergency calls
  • Operate computerized directory listing systems or consult printed directories to provide directory assistance for customers
  • Arrange teleconferences, provide emergency services and relay phone service to people with disabilities
  • Calculate billing charges and record billing information.
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Outlook & Prospects for Telephone Operators in Northwest Territories

The future forecast and current conditions for an occupation can vary based on location or due to changes in the economy, technology, or demand for a product or service.

Local Employment Potential Information

Table on the employment potential for Telephone Operators in Northwest Territories as well as in the rest of the Northwest Territories.
Location Employment Potential Release Date
Northwest Territories N/A N/A
[ Source: Labour Market Information - HRSDC ]
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