Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners
Clean and repair septic tanks, sewer lines, or drains. May patch walls and partitions of tank, replace damaged drain tile, or repair breaks in underground piping.
Education & Training
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Prior Experience Needed
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Training Provided After Hiring
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How AI Impacts Each Task
23 tasks analyzed
Communicate with supervisors and other workers, using equipment such as wireless phones, pagers, or radio telephones.
Drive trucks to transport crews, materials, and equipment.
Inspect manholes to locate sewer line stoppages.
Operate sewer cleaning equipment, including power rodders, high-velocity water jets, sewer flushers, bucket machines, wayne balls, and vac-alls.
Prepare and keep records of actions taken, including maintenance and repair work.
| Task | AI Capability | Risk | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communicate with supervisors and other workers, using equipment such as wireless phones, pagers, or radio telephones. | - | - | - |
| Drive trucks to transport crews, materials, and equipment. | - | - | - |
| Inspect manholes to locate sewer line stoppages. | - | - | - |
| Operate sewer cleaning equipment, including power rodders, high-velocity water jets, sewer flushers, bucket machines, wayne balls, and vac-alls. | - | - | - |
| Prepare and keep records of actions taken, including maintenance and repair work. | - | - | - |
Essential Soft Skills
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Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$49,140
per year
Mean Wage
$52,730
per year
Employment
29K
workers
Wage Range
$36,500 - $73,670
10th - 90th pct
Wage Distribution
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