Concrete Pumping Machine Operator
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that uses pump trucks to pump concrete delivered from mixer trucks to the site and place it accurately.
Description
Concrete pumping machine operators are specialists who pump concrete transported by mixer trucks to high or confined spaces using pump trucks and assist in placement work. They lay and adjust hoses according to the site layout, control pressure and flow to pour concrete uniformly, and perform safety checks, machine inspections, and cleaning. Considering the specifications of the placement areas and weather conditions, they collaborate with surrounding workers to carry out the work, requiring precise machine operation techniques and on-site judgment skills.
Future Outlook
Demand associated with infrastructure development and redevelopment is progressing stably, but an aging workforce and labor shortages pose challenges. As remote operation technologies and labor-saving devices are introduced, there is a need to enhance added value through advanced machine operations and multi-skilling.
Personality Traits
Capable of quick situational judgment / Cautious / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Construction Machinery Operator Apprentice → Concrete Pumping Machine Operator (Skilled Worker) → Construction Machinery Operator Leader → Site Construction Supervisor
Required Skills
Hose Laying and Valve Operation / Large Vehicle Driving Skills / On-Site Safety Checks / Pump Truck Operation Management
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Civil Engineering Construction / Concrete Quality Management / Simple Maintenance / Two-Way Radio Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because errors in pumping pressure or hose placement can lead to accidents. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required to endure long hours of machine operation and hose handling. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | More judgments based on experience and rules of thumb than complex analysis. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Centered on continuing routine tasks rather than creative thinking. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Emphasis on experience and procedures, with limited acquisition of new knowledge. |
Related Qualifications
- Large Vehicle License (Class 1 Driver's License)
- Vehicle Construction Machinery Operator License (Concrete Pump Truck)
Aliases
- Concrete Pump Truck Operator
- Pumping Worker
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