Career Profile
Septic Tank Servicers & Sewer Pipe Cleaners
Septic Tank Service & Sewer Pipe Cleaner clean and repair septic tanks, sewer lines, or drains.
General Information
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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Septic Tank Servicers & Sewer Pipe Cleaners
Occupational Outlook
For the Rural Capital Area
Job Opportunities
Over the next five years, an average of 15 openings per year are projected for Septic Tank Servicers & Sewer Pipe Cleaners.
Employment Change
Employment for Septic Tank Servicers & Sewer Pipe Cleaners is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 16.7% between 2023 and 2028.
Earnings Potential
An average worker in this occupation is paid $17.86/hour. Entry level workers are paid $16.07, while experienced workers are paid $20.12. The median wage is below average regional wages across occupations.
Local Employment Opportunities
There are 92 Septic Tank Servicers & Sewer Pipe Cleaners in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 107.
Top 5 Employing Industries, Locally
The top industries employing Septic Tank Servicers & Sewer Pipe Cleaners are Remediation and Other Waste Management Services, Other Specialty Trade Contractors, and Utility System Construction.
Knowledge Areas
The top most significant knowledge categories for Septic Tank Servicers & Sewer Pipe Cleaners include Customer and Personal Service, Transportation, and Mechanical.
Educational Attainment Patterns
The most common level of education for Septic Tank Servicers & Sewer Pipe Cleaners is HS diploma or less. 0% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree.