Communications Operator

Overview

Communications Operators transmit and receive radio messages by use of morse code, voice and radio teletype.

Day-to-day

• sends and receives messages by satellite communication systems, radio, radio telegraph, radio telephone, morse or radio telex
• records incoming messages, including navigational and other data, keeping a log of messages sent and received
• makes minor repairs to radio equipment or radar
• provides a watch on maritime distress frequencies
• broadcasts navigational and weather warnings from coastal stations to ships at sea
• operates equipment which interconnects with inland service.

Considerations

• stressful.