May work full time or part time. They often work regular business hours.
Schedules are typically established and regular.
DATA ENTRY KEYERS will:
Must be detail-oriented
Use computer keyboards and scanners to enter information
Need good spelling and grammar skills
Usually train on the job
Usually work alone
DATA ENTRY KEYERS frequently:
Sit for long periods of time.
Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
Repeat the same motions over and over. This may cause carpal tunnel syndrome and neck, back, and eye strain.
It is important that DATA ENTRY KEYERS be able to:
Use fingers to grasp, move, or assemble very small objects.
See details of objects whether they are nearby or far away.
Understand the speech of another person.
Speak clearly so listeners can understand.
Make fast, repeated movements of fingers, hands, and wrists.
