Description
Maintain and clear gutters, sewer systems, and other water carrying facilities to ensure proper drainage and prevent damage to infrastructure such as roads and railways.
Alternative labels
inspect drainage conduits
maintain and clear drainage channels
maintain transport infrastructure drainage channels
inspect drainage gutters
inspect drainage pipes
ensure proper drainage of water around transport infrastructure
inspect drainage outlets
inspect drainage ducts
ensure functional drainage channels
inspect drains
ensure drainage channels remain functional
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Inspect drainage channels is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Civil engineering worker: Civil engineering workers perform tasks concerning the cleaning and preparation of construction sites for civil engineering projects. This includes the work on building and maintenance of roads, railways and dams.
Drainage worker: Drainage workers assemble and maintain drainage and dewatering systems. They lay tubes or drainpipes to dry out the ground of a certain structure in order to put a hold to imminent groundwater. This work is usually performed under pavements and in basements.
Optional skill
Inspect drainage channels is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Waterway construction labourer: Waterway maintenance labourers maintain canals, dams and other waterway structures such as coastal or inland water plants. They are responsible for the construction of breakwaters, canals, dikes and embankments as well as other works in and around water.
Road construction supervisor: Road construction supervisors monitor the construction and maintenance of roads. They assign tasks and take quick decisions to resolve problems.
Road maintenance worker: Road maintenance workers perform routine inspections of roads, and are sent out to perform repairs when called for. They patch potholes, cracks and other damage in roads.
References
- Inspect drainage channels – ESCO
