§ OCCUPATION · GLOBAL STANDARDS

drainage worker

Drainage workers assemble and maintain drainage and dewatering systems.

Description

Drainage workers assemble and maintain drainage and dewatering systems. They lay tubes or drainpipes to dry out the ground of a certain structure in order to put a hold to imminent groundwater. This work is usually performed under pavements and in basements.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

types of pipelines mechanical systems mechanics

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

health and safety hazards underground types of bedding materials excavation techniques

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

inspect construction supplies manage sumps detect flaws in pipeline infrastructure assemble manufactured pipeline parts use safety equipment in construction clear pipelines perform drainage work keep airport drainage systems functional provide pipe bedding follow health and safety procedures in construction operate sumps inspect pipelines inspect sewers create open drainage systems prevent pipeline deterioration inspect drainage channels

OPTIONALOptional competences

dig soil mechanically install PVC piping operate GPS systems use measurement instruments install drainage well systems set up temporary construction site infrastructure test pipeline infrastructure operations inspect construction sites operate excavator design drainage well systems work in a construction team repair pipelines operate vacuum dewatering system ensure regulatory compliance in pipeline infrastructures perform water analysis operate pumps transport pipes

Data Source: Unified Global Standards (ISCED, ISCO, O*NET, ESCO)