Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners

In a typical work setting, septic tank servicers and sewer pipe cleaners:

Have a very high level of social contact. They contact supervisors to find out about jobs and interact regularly with customers.
Talk to others mostly by telephone and in person.
Are somewhat responsible for the work done by coworkers.
Are responsible for the health and safety of others.
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May work as part of a team.

Often work outdoors, but may work indoors on rare occasions.
Regularly wear protective clothing or equipment.
Are sometimes exposed to contaminants, such as cleaning products, and diseases and infections carried in waste.
Are often exposed to very hot or very cold temperatures while working outside.
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Are regularly exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels.
May work in bright or dim lighting, depending on the weather and work site.
Are sometimes exposed to hazardous conditions and situations.
Sometimes must get into awkward positions to reach cramped work places.
May travel to and from work sites in a truck or van.
May work physically near others, such as within a few feet.

Must be sure that all details are done and their work is exact. Errors could damage waste systems.
Must allow the pace of work to be dictated by the speed of equipment.
Repeat the same physical and mental activities.
Work in a moderately competitive atmosphere where weekly and monthly deadlines must be met.

Usually work a full time, regular schedule if they work for local government.
May work more hours one week and fewer hours the next, depending on demand. This applies more to those who work for or own small companies.
May travel to work sites.