§ OCCUPATION · GLOBAL STANDARDS

scraper operator

Scraper operators work with a mobile piece of heavy equipment that scrapes the top layer of the ground and deposits it in a hopper to be hauled off.

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Description

Scraper operators work with a mobile piece of heavy equipment that scrapes the top layer of the ground and deposits it in a hopper to be hauled off. They drive the scraper over the surface to be scraped, adapting the speed of the machine to the hardness of the surface.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

mechanical systems mechanical tools

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

electricity machinery load capacity

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

dig soil mechanically operate GPS systems move soil use safety equipment in construction inspect construction sites work in a construction team work ergonomically react to events in time-critical environments prevent damage to utility infrastructure follow health and safety procedures in construction keep heavy construction equipment in good condition drive mobile heavy construction equipment recognise the hazards of dangerous goods operate construction scraper

OPTIONALOptional competences

sort waste interpret 2D plans operate bulldozer follow safety procedures when working at heights set up temporary construction site infrastructure operate road roller operate excavator transport construction supplies interpret 3D plans monitor stock level keep records of work progress secure heavy construction equipment operate heavy construction machinery without supervision test soil load bearing capacity operate grader perform minor repairs to equipment keep personal administration

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