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scraper-operator Occupational skill for the role 'scraper operator' (also: scraper worker, towed-scraper driver, scraper operative, motor-scraper driver, towed-scraper operator, scraper driver). Use when the user asks for typical scraper operator work such as: Move levers, depress foot pedals, and turn dials to operate power machinery, such as power shovels, stripping shovels, scraper loaders, or backhoes.; Set up or inspect equipment prior to operation.; Observe hand signals, grade stakes, or other markings when operating machines so that work can be performed to specifications.

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.

Core workflow

  1. Move levers, depress foot pedals, and turn dials to operate power machinery, such as power shovels, stripping shovels, scraper loaders, or backhoes.
  2. Set up or inspect equipment prior to operation.
  3. Observe hand signals, grade stakes, or other markings when operating machines so that work can be performed to specifications.
  4. Become familiar with digging plans, machine capabilities and limitations, and efficient and safe digging procedures in a given application.
  5. Operate machinery to perform activities such as backfilling excavations, vibrating or breaking rock or concrete, or making winter roads.
  6. Lubricate, adjust, or repair machinery and replace parts, such as gears, bearings, or bucket teeth.
  7. Move materials over short distances, such as around a construction site, factory, or warehouse.
  8. Receive written or oral instructions regarding material movement or excavation.

How to use this skill

Key competences (essential)

  • 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
  • mechanical systems
  • mechanical tools
  • move soil
  • operate construction scraper
  • operate GPS systems
  • 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

Hot technologies

  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Windows
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word

Sources: ESCO v1.2.1 (http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/cb3c0f82-a79b-4518-ad1f-5463b3e74831), ONET 30.3 (47-5022.00). See manifest.json for licensing/attribution.*