Water and Sewage Conduit Facility Cleaner
じょうげすいどうかんきょしせつせんじょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A worker who removes sludge and solids inside water and sewage pipelines using high-pressure washers and specialized equipment to maintain and manage conduit functions.
Description
Water and sewage conduit facility cleaners remove accumulated sludge and solids from water and sewage pipelines using high-pressure washers, in-pipe cameras, and other specialized equipment to ensure and maintain the water flow capacity of conduits. The work is performed outdoors or inside underground pipelines, requiring valve operations, drainage management, equipment maintenance inspections, and safety management. Utilizing the qualification of Supervisor for Oxygen Deficiency and Hydrogen Sulfide Hazardous Work, they carry out tasks while taking appropriate measures even in hazardous environments. As a countermeasure against infrastructure aging, there is stable demand in public works and private outsourcing.
Future Outlook
Maintenance demand due to infrastructure aging remains stable. Introduction of in-pipe inspection robots and automation technology is expected to improve work efficiency.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Agency employee / Contract employee / Contractor / Full-time employee / Shift work
Career Path
Water and Sewage Conduit Facility Cleaning Worker Apprentice → Water and Sewage Conduit Facility Cleaner → Group Leader → Maintenance Management Supervisor → Water and Sewage Equipment Management Engineer
Required Skills
Cleaning equipment maintenance / High-pressure washer operation / In-pipe camera inspection / Valve operation
Recommended Skills
Machine maintenance (basic) / Piping diagram reading / Safety management for hazardous work
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Important for cleaning without missing small blockages or abnormalities. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required to operate heavy machinery and endure long hours of standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Procedures are predefined, and little creativity is required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Almost no specialized mathematical skills are required. |
Related Qualifications
- Special training for high-pressure water washing work
- Supervisor for oxygen deficiency and hydrogen sulfide hazardous work
Aliases
- Sewer Conduit Cleaner
- Water Pipe Cleaning Worker
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