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Drain technician jobs in Finland

Drain technicians install and maintain drainage equipment used in sewer systems, such as pipes and valves. They analyse the design and ensure the proper installation of the drainage system, and perform maintenance and repair duties.

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Drain technician – how much is the pay in Finland?

What the trade paid in 2024

Hourly earnings in Finland 2024 — occupation group 7126 Plumbers and pipe fitters, Statistics Finland table 15az, CC BY 4.0.
Median20.73 €/h
Bottom tenth16 €/h
Top tenth26.85 €/h
Employees13,315

Pay by sex, 2024

Median hourly earnings by sex in Finland 2024 — occupation group 7126 Plumbers and pipe fitters, Statistics Finland table 15az, CC BY 4.0.
SexMedianEmployees
Women18.06 €/h239
Men20.76 €/h13,076

Drain technician - Which skills are essential?

Ensure that the regulations for pipeline operations are met. Ensure pipeline infrastructure compliance with legal mandates, and compliance with regulations governing the transportation of goods via the pipelines.

Detect flaws in pipeline infrastructure during construction or over the passage of time such as construction defects, corrosion, ground movement, hot-tap made by error, and others.

Install systems which are found in residential properties as well as in public properties such as on streets and public building rooftops, and which function to drain excess water from these areas. They function to aid in flood remediation, remove rain, and minimise risk from heavy storms, and subsequently transport the untreated water into nature.

Install the system of pipes used to transport a fluid, be it a liquid or a gas, from one point to another and connect it to the fuel and water supply lines, air ducts, and other components.

Read and comprehend standard blueprints, machine, and process drawings.

Perform tests on pipelines, such checking whether there is continuous flow of materials through them, examining for leakages, and assessing the suitability of the location of the pipeline is.

Install systems of pipes, drains, fittings, valves, and fixtures designed for the distribution of potable water for drinking, heating, washing and waste removal.

Assemble parts and components made for pipelines in companies or sites. Construct pipeline infrastructures or re-assemble parts that were taken out for repair. Use welding equipment and other tools in assembly activities.

Adjust the tension on the cylinder valves or change the valves with torque wrench.

Know various types of pipelines and their different usages. Differentiate between pipelines used to transport goods over short and long distances, and understand their respective feeding systems.

Collaborate with engineers to ensure common understanding and discuss product design, development and improvement.

Adhere to standards of hygiene and safety established by respective authorities.

Drain technician - Which skills are useful but not essential?

Walk flow lines to identify damage or leaks; use electronic detection equipment and conduct visual inspections.

Remove leaves, litter, and other debris to prevent blockages in drains and sewers.

Keep written records of all repairs and maintenance interventions undertaken, including information on the parts and materials used, etc.

The engineering elements like functionality, replicability, and costs in relation to the design and how they are applied in the completion of engineering projects.

Perform repairs and routine maintenance tasks on equipment used in the purification and treatment processes of water and waste water.

Use welding equipment to melt and join together pieces of metal or steel; wear protective eyewear during the working process.

Perform routine maintenance on industrial machinery and equipment to ensure that it is clean and in safe, working order.

Perform routine maintenance tasks, identify faults, and perform repairs on equipment which is used to store wastewater and water prior to treatment or distribution.

Make use of protection equipment according to training, instruction and manuals. Inspect the equipment and use it consistently.

Strive to mitigate the potential impact that pipelines and the goods transported in them can have on the environment. Invest time and resources into consideration of the environmental effects of the pipeline, the actions that could be taken to protect the environment, and the potential increase in the costs of the project.

Advise customers on the appropriate products, methods and, if necessary, interventions to ensure proper maintenance and prevent premature damage of an object or an installation.

Analyse the principles that need to be considered for engineering designs and projects such as functionality, replicability, costs and other principles.

Perform routine maintenance tasks, identify flaws, and perform repairs on the equipment used in the supply and distribution of clean water.

Control of the flow of substances such as gases, chemicals, oils, and other materials transported via pipelines and pump stations.

Perform follow-up activities related to the plan, the distribution schedule, and the service yielded by the pipeline infrastructure. Ensure that pipeline route assignments are accomplished and meet customer agreements.

Supervise the implementation of correct sewerage system plans and methods during construction, installation, and maintenance of sewerage systems to ensure conformity to the approved plans and safety of operations.

Use soldering equipment, such as a soldering gun, a soldering torch or a gas-powered iron, to melt and join together pieces of metal or steel.

Conduct maintenance and repair work on pipelines to prevent or remedy damages using, if necessary, remote-controlled robots.

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Sources

Wage data: Statistics Finland, wage structure statistics, table 15az, year 2024. Read 2.10.2026. Licence CC BY 4.0.

This service uses the ESCO classification of the European Commission.

How we calculated these figures