Switchboard Operators (Including Answering Service)

Top 3 Switchboard Operator Jobs

  • Security Switchboard Operator - Parrish Medical Center - Titusville, FL

    Under the direct supervision of the Security Supervisor, the Switchboard Operator manages the switchboard , and paging system. Performs light clerical duties as assigned. The position shall exemplify ...

  • Hybrid Document Scanner ($18.70) & Switchboard Operator ($17.20) - CMI Management - Dallas, TX

    SWITCHBOARD OPERATOR / RECEPTIONIST (Hourly Rate $17.20) This position greets visitors, determining nature of visits and directing visitors to appropriate persons. Duties may include, but are not ...

  • Front Desk Receptionist / Switchboard Operator - Sky Consulting Inc - Boise, ID

    Three (3) years of related business experience preferred, strong preference for Admin and switchboard experience particularly in a law firm/legal environment. Associate Degree or Bachelor's degree ...

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What Switchboard operators Do

Operate telephone business systems equipment or switchboards to relay incoming, outgoing, and interoffice calls. May supply information to callers and record messages.


Switchboard operator Salaries

  • 2020 employment: 59,900
  • May 2021 median annual wage: $30,150

Job Outlook for Switchboard operators

Projected employment change, 2020-30:

  • Number of new jobs: -13,600
  • Growth rate: -23 percent (Decline)

How to Become a Switchboard operator

Education and training:

  • Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent
  • Work experience in a related occupation: None
  • Typical on-the-job training: Short-term on-the-job training

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