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Overview
Concrete pump operators drive and operate pumping equipment so supplied concrete reaches the right place on a construction site without damaging utilities, machinery or the fresh pour.
In job descriptions, look for concrete pumps, cement haulage, hopper feeding, supplied concrete checks, site inspection, heavy construction machinery, pump dismantling, stock levels and construction safety procedures.
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Open in Job ExplorerWhat the work can involve
The operator links the truck, pump and construction team. Work can include hauling cement, inspecting the site, setting up the pump, feeding hoppers, monitoring the pour and cleaning or dismantling equipment afterward.
Skills and specializations
Useful depth comes from concrete pump types, heavy construction machinery, supplied concrete checks, mechanical systems, site safety, ergonomic work, utility protection and keeping construction equipment in good condition.
Salary context
Salary comparison should consider pump type, driving duties, site risk, independent operation of heavy machinery, concrete volume, shift timing, equipment maintenance and responsibility for avoiding utility damage.
Career paths
Progression can move toward larger pump equipment, site coordination, training newer operators, equipment maintenance, concrete logistics or broader heavy-truck work tied to construction materials.
Good to know
Check whether the advert expects driving only, pump operation, concrete mixing or full setup and cleanup. Clear roles state pump type, site access, hose work, safety rules and responsibility for delivered concrete.
Editorial note
This guide is editorial career context, not official labour-market statistics or role-specific pay data.
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O*NET relationships: 1
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
53-3032.00
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Occupation group
Heavy truck and lorry drivers (8332)
Source facts
| ESCO URI | http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/57a09d3f-e3d6-49ad-8c88-d879fc4d0870 |
|---|---|
| ESCO code | 8332.3 |
| ISCO group | 8332 |
| Concept type | Occupation |