Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners
On the Job
Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners clean and repair septic tanks, sewer lines, or drains. They may patch walls, repair breaks in underground pipes, or replace damaged drain tile.
Typical Work Tasks
People who work in this career often:
- Drive trucks or truck-mounted equipment.
- Clean equipment or facilities.
- Compact materials to create level bases.
- Decontaminate equipment or sites to remove hazardous or toxic substances.
- Dig holes or trenches.
- Remove worn, damaged or outdated materials from work areas.
- Spread sand, dirt or other loose materials onto surfaces.
- Communicate with other construction or extraction personnel to discuss project details.
- Record operational or environmental data.
- Cut metal components for installation.
Typical Working Conditions
- Working outdoors exposed to weather.
- Having telephone conversations.
- Exposure to contaminants (like gases or odors).
- Wearing common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, hard hats, or life jackets.
- Working with a group or team.
- Frequent decision-making.
- Using your hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
- Responsibility for others' health and safety.
- Meeting strict deadlines.
- The freedom to determine tasks, priorities, and goals.
- Exposure to hazardous equipment.
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