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Receive and transmit communications using radio equipment.

Radio Operators receive and transmit communications using radio equipment. They must make sure they are working within certain government regulations. They may also repair equipment.

Wages	Data not available
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Education & Training	High School or less is needed for entry.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Communications Systems Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
On the Job	Work Activities Maintain logs of production activities. Maintain knowledge of laws or regulations. Report news to the public. Inspect communications or broadcasting equipment. Operate audio recording equipment. Operate communications, transmissions, or broadcasting equipment. Operate control consoles for sound, lighting or video. Maintain recording or broadcasting equipment.
Career Pathways	Journalism and Broadcasting
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