Operator Responsibilities

The ALMA Operator will be responsible for the smooth operation of the ALMA by performing the following functions:

1.

Tends to the daily observing schedule, which may involve an appropriate level of interaction with the dynamic scheduling system. For example, the Operator should review the observing schedule for his shift and contact the appropriate staff regarding possible problems with this schedule.

2.

Ensures overall safety at the site by monitoring work schedules of engineers and technicians working at the site. For example, if a telescope is taken out of service for maintenance or repair, the Operator is the main contact point for information regarding the progress of this repair work.

3.

Takes care of ``routine'' operational tasks, which may include the acquisition and analysis of:

(a)

baseline determination measurements which follow antenna reconfiguration;

(b)

pointing measurements;

(c)

flux calibration measurements.