Sewer Pipe Cleaning Worker (Public Sewerage)
げすいかんせんじょうこう（こうきょうげすいどう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A worker who removes sludge and foreign matter accumulated inside public sewer pipelines using high-pressure washing, etc., and maintains and manages drainage functions.
Description
Sewer Pipe Cleaning Workers (Public Sewerage) are specialists who remove sludge and foreign matter accumulated in urban or regional public sewer pipelines using high-pressure washing vehicles and dedicated equipment to maintain and restore drainage functions. They conduct in-pipe camera inspections and surrounding environmental safety checks before work, implement measures against oxygen deficiency and hazardous gases, and perform post-work inspections and record creation, requiring safety management and quality assurance throughout the entire process.
Future Outlook
Demand for maintenance of aging sewer infrastructure remains stable, with challenges in skill succession and the introduction of labor-saving technologies. While work efficiency improves with the adoption of high-pressure washing robots and similar innovations, demand for skilled workers is expected to continue.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Cooperative / High hygiene awareness / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Outdoor underground work / Shift work including night shifts / Team work
Career Path
Sewer Pipe Cleaning Worker → Group Leader → Management Engineer → Sewer Management Technician → Construction Management Technician
Required Skills
Civil engineering pipe construction knowledge / Drain pipe camera inspection / Operation and maintenance of high-pressure washers / Safety work (confined spaces)
Recommended Skills
Communication skills / Creating records and reports / Ordinary motor vehicle driver's license
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Diverse site and pipe conditions require flexible and prompt responses. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is required to not miss abnormalities or leaks in the pipes. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for operating heavy machinery, prolonged bending and stretching, and handling heavy hoses. |
| Problem Solving | To select and respond with appropriate cleaning methods based on the cause of blockages. |
| Stress Tolerance | Due to working in harsh environments such as foul odors and sludge. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly routine work, with little need for creative thinking. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Only basic numerical checks are needed, with few complex calculations. |
Related Qualifications
- High-Pressure Washing Skills Training Completion
- Oxygen Deficiency Hazard Work Supervisor
Aliases
- Sewer Pipe Cleaning Worker
Related Jobs
- Cleaning Worker
- Drain Pipe Inspection Worker
- High-Pressure Washing Worker
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