scraper operator

Scraper operators work with a mobile piece of heavy equipment that scrapes the top layer of the ground and deposits it in a hopper to be hauled off. They drive the scraper over the surface to be scraped, adapting the speed of the machine to the hardness of the surface.

ESCO Code

8342.8

NACE Code

43.12 - Site preparation

Alternative Labels

scraper driver

scraper worker

towed-scraper operator

scraper operative

motor-scraper driver

towed-scraper driver

Regulatory Aspect

To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:

http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en

Skills & Competences

Essential Skills and Competences

dig soil mechanically drive mobile heavy construction equipment follow health and safety procedures in construction inspect construction sites keep heavy construction equipment in good condition move soil operate GPS systems operate construction scraper prevent damage to utility infrastructure react to events in time-critical environments recognise the hazards of dangerous goods use safety equipment in construction work ergonomically work in a construction team

Essential Knowledge

mechanical systems mechanical tools

Optional Skills and Competences

follow safety procedures when working at heights interpret 2D plans interpret 3D plans keep personal administration keep records of work progress monitor stock level operate bulldozer operate excavator operate grader operate heavy construction machinery without supervision operate road roller perform minor repairs to equipment secure heavy construction equipment set up temporary construction site infrastructure sort waste test soil load bearing capacity transport construction supplies

Optional Knowledge

electricity machinery load capacity

Skills Group Share

Concept status

Concept Uri

http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/cb3c0f82-a79b-4518-ad1f-5463b3e74831

Status

released

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