Pile Driver Operators

Also called : Pile Driver, Pile Driver Operator, Pile Driving Operator

What they do

Operate pile drivers mounted on skids, barges, crawler treads, or locomotive cranes to drive pilings for retaining walls, bulkheads, and foundations of structures such as buildings, bridges, and piers.

On the job, one would

KNOWLEDGE

Building and Construction
Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.

Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Transportation
Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.

SKILLS

Operation and Control
Controlling operations of equipment or systems.

Operations Monitoring
Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.

Equipment Maintenance
Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.

Monitoring
Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Troubleshooting
Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.

ABILITIES

Problem Sensitivity
The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.

Rate Control
The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in anticipation of changes in the speed and/or direction of a moving object or scene.

Response Orientation
The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two or more different signals (lights, sounds, pictures). It includes the speed with which the correct response is started with the hand, foot, or other body part.

Arm-Hand Steadiness
The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.

Selective Attention
The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.

PERSONALITY

People interested in this work, will do well at jobs that need;

Dependability
Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.

Attention to Detail
Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.

Concern for Others
Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.

Self-Control
Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.

Cooperation
Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.

Stress Tolerance
Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.

Adaptability/Flexibility
Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.

Initiative
Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.

Integrity
Job requires being honest and ethical.

Persistence
Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.

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EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Preparation
Some Preparation Needed
Education
High school diploma.
Experience
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed.
Jobtraining
Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.