Wired Communication Operator (Excluding Switchboard Operators)
ゆうせんつうしんオペレータ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Other Technical Occupations
- Minor : Communication Equipment Operators
Summary
A technical job responsible for transmitting and receiving voice and data via wired lines, operating communication equipment, line monitoring, troubleshooting, and more.
Description
Wired Communication Operators, excluding switchboard operators, handle the transmission of voice and data through wired lines (cables, optical fibers, etc.). They perform startup and shutdown of communication equipment, configuration changes, line status checks using monitoring systems, and troubleshooting after anomaly detection. They also measure and record communication quality, collaborate with maintenance staff, and create reports. In cases of sudden failures, rapid response and coordination with relevant departments are required.
Future Outlook
As network automation and virtualization advance, traditional manual monitoring tasks are shrinking, but demand for quality management and troubleshooting in increasingly sophisticated communication networks continues, requiring specialized expertise in operations management and automation tool operation.
Personality Traits
High concentration / Patient / Prudent / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
On-site / Shift / Team-based
Career Path
Junior Operator → Senior Operator → Team Leader → Communication Network Engineer → System Operations Management
Required Skills
Basic Network Knowledge / Communication Quality Measurement / Line Monitoring System Operation / Troubleshooting / Wired Communication Equipment Operation
Recommended Skills
Network Protocols / Optical Fiber Technology / Reading English Technical Documents / SNMP / Script Automation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Necessary to accurately monitor without missing even minor signs of abnormality |
| Problem Solving | Required to quickly identify and address the causes of line failures |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine tasks predominate, and adherence to procedures is more important than novel ideas |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly monitoring room work with relatively low physical demands |
Related Qualifications
- Telecommunications Chief Engineer
Aliases
- Wired Communication Technician
Related Jobs
- Communication Line Worker
- Switchboard Operator
- Wireless Communication Operator