Sewer Pipe Laying Worker
げすいかんしきせつこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Civil engineering worker who excavates and lays sewer pipelines and performs construction from jointing to backfilling.
Description
Sewer pipe laying workers are specialized workers who excavate trenches (grooves) at work sites to install sewer pipes, place the pipes and joint them, and perform backfilling and road surface restoration. They handle a wide range of processes, including excavation using heavy machinery, checking the gradient and watertightness of each pipe, sealing, connecting to manholes, backfilling with concrete, and compaction. The work is mainly outdoors, and communication is important for safety management, quality control, and neighborhood coordination.
Future Outlook
Demand for updating aging sewer infrastructure will remain stable, with efficiency improvements expected through the introduction of ICT construction and labor-saving technologies.
Personality Traits
Work Style
In-house Training / On-site Work / Outdoor Work / Shift Work
Career Path
Apprentice Worker → Civil Engineering Worker → Chief Worker → Crew Chief → Site Supervisor → Construction Management Staff
Required Skills
Drainage Pipe Jointing Construction / Heavy Equipment Operation / Surveying / Trench Excavation
Recommended Skills
Concrete Pouring / Pipe Construction Management / Vehicle-Type Construction Machinery Operation Skills / Welding Technology
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because the accuracy of pipe gradients and joints directly affects quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it involves long hours of heavy labor. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Requires cooperation with heavy equipment operators and other workers. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Work is centered on standardized procedures. |
Related Qualifications
- Arc Welding Operator
- Civil Engineering Construction Management Engineer
- Pipe Construction Management Engineer
- Vehicle-Type Construction Machinery Operation Skills Training
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