UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
Specification for Class
COMPUTER OPERATOR 1
UW CODE AND REPRESENTATIVE GROUP
7370 (SEIU Local 925 Clerical Nonsupervisory)
CLASS SERIES CONCEPT
Operate computers, computer peripheral and computer-related equipment.
BASIC FUNCTION
Perform routine tasks related to operation of computers, computer peripheral and computer-related equipment.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
First-level class of series. Trainee class of series. Under direct supervision, perform routine tasks related to computer operations, such as I/O functions, cleaning tapes, disks, operating computers or computer-related equipment (e.g., graphic plotters, optical scanners).
TYPICAL WORK
Perform I/O functions by operating card readers, line printers and other unit record equipment;
Assist in receiving, storing and maintaining computer supplies inventory;
Clean tape, disk, card and printing devices;
Operate computer, peripheral computer equipment and computer-related equipment, such as bursters, decollators, sorters, collators, satellite devices such as keypunch, terminals, etc.;
Assist in tape library, including tape maintenance and storage;
May answer or refer user questions;
Perform related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - UW Contract Classified
High School Diploma, or GED Certificate; OR six months of relevant work experience, or applicable training.
New Class: 1-03-73
Revise Class: 5/1/82
CSR Class Conversion (mc): 06-01-05