Septic Tank Servicers & Sewer Pipe Cleaners

What They Do

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.

Typical Tasks

• 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.

Key Skills

Work Activities

• Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
• Getting Information
• Performing General Physical Activities
• Making Decisions and Solving Problems
• Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates