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Interrupt busy lines if an emergency warrants.
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Keep records of calls placed and received, and
of related toll charges.
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Listen to customer requests, referring to alphabetical
or geographical directories to answer questions and provide telephone
information.
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Monitor automated systems for placing collect
calls and intervene for a callers needing assistance.
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Observe signal lights on switchboards, and dial
or press buttons to make connections.
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Offer special assistance to persons such as
those who are unable to dial or who are in emergency situations.
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Operate telephone switchboards and systems to
advance and complete connections, including those for local, long distance, pay
telephone, mobile, person-to-person, and emergency calls.
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Provide relay service for hearing-impaired users.