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Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners

Clean and repair septic tanks, sewer lines, or drains. May patch walls and partitions of tank, replace damaged drain tile, or repair breaks in underground piping.

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Parachute skills

  1. Pay attention to details - Data (4.47)
  2. Use my brain - Data (4.14)
  3. Create, innovate, invent - Data (4.02)
  4. Operate, drive - Things (3.92)
  5. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (3.90)
  6. Convey warmth and empathy - People (3.90)
  7. Follow through, get things done - People (3.90)
  8. Cut, carve, chisel - Things (3.88)
  9. Use my body, hands, fingers, with unusual dexterity or strength - Things (3.88)
  10. Manipulate - Things (3.88)
  11. Finish, restore, preserve - Things (3.88)
  12. Make, produce, manufacture - Things (3.77)
  13. Shape, model, sculpt - Things (3.77)
  14. Set up, assemble - Things (3.77)
  15. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (3.76)
  16. Use my intuition - Data (3.75)
  17. Control, expedite things - Things (3.75)
  18. Repair - Things (3.63)
  19. Construct - Things (3.63)
  20. Examine, inspect, compare, see similarities and differences - Data (3.59)
  21. Listen - People (3.50)
  22. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.50)
  23. Perceive patterns - Data (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Operation Monitoring (3.88)
  2. Operation and Control (3.75)
  1. Manual Dexterity (3.88)
  2. Problem Sensitivity (3.75)
  3. Control Precision (3.75)
  4. Multilimb Coordination (3.75)
  5. Oral Comprehension (3.50)
  6. Flexibility of Closure (3.50)
  7. Arm-Hand Steadiness (3.50)
  8. Reaction Time (3.50)
  9. Depth Perception (3.50)
  10. Hearing Sensitivity (3.50)
  1. Integrity (4.56)
  2. Dependability (4.50)
  3. Attention to Detail (4.47)
  4. Independence (4.22)
  5. Cooperation (4.20)
  6. Initiative (4.15)
  7. Self Control (4.15)
  8. Analytical Thinking (4.14)
  9. Adaptability/Flexibility (4.11)
  10. Achievement/Effort (4.07)
  11. Innovation (4.02)
  12. Persistence (3.90)
  13. Concern for Others (3.90)
  14. Leadership (3.76)
  15. Stress Tolerance (3.72)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (4.12)
  2. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (3.94)
  3. Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material (3.92)
  4. Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (3.92)
  5. Getting Information (3.90)
  6. Controlling Machines and Processes (3.88)
  7. Handling and Moving Objects (3.77)
  8. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (3.72)
  9. Performing General Physical Activities (3.63)
  10. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (3.60)
  11. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (3.59)
  12. Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (3.56)
  13. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (3.51)
  1. Inspect Sewer, Drain, Or Water Main Pipe Joints To Verify Alignment Or Fit (3.92)
  2. Drive Automobile, Van, Or Light Truck (3.92)
  3. Transport Passengers Or Cargo (3.92)
  4. Read Maps (3.90)
  5. Read Specifications (3.90)
  6. Read Tape Measure (3.90)
  7. Read Technical Drawings (3.90)
  8. Read Blueprints (3.90)
  9. Operate Pneumatic Tamper To Patch Pavement Or Tamp Earth (3.88)
  10. Operate Jackhammer (3.88)
  11. Use Hand Or Power Tools (3.88)
  12. Operate Cleaning Equipment (3.88)
  13. Use Measuring Devices In Construction Or Extraction Work (3.88)
  14. Use Pipe Fitting Equipment (3.88)
  15. Use Two-Way Radio Or Mobile Phone (3.88)
  16. Assemble And Install Pipe Sections, Fittings, Or Plumbing Fixtures (3.77)
  17. Fabricate, Assemble, Or Disassemble Manufactured Products By Hand (3.77)
  18. Dig Holes Or Trenches For Foundations, Posts, Poles, Or Related Items (3.63)
  19. Build Or Repair Structures In Construction, Repair, Or Manufacturing Setting (3.63)
  20. Lay Or Install Brick, Block, Stone, Tile, Or Related Masonry Material (3.63)
  21. Move Or Fit Heavy Objects (3.63)
  22. Clean Rooms Or Work Areas (3.63)
  23. Adhere To Safety Procedures (3.59)
  24. Perform Safety Inspections In Construction Or Resource Extraction Setting (3.59)
  25. Repair Or Replace Gas, Steam, Sewer, Or Water Piping Or Fixtures (3.56)