According to people in this career, the main tasks are...
| Task | Importance |
|---|---|
| Move hand and foot levers of hoisting equipment to position piling leads, hoist piling into leads, and position hammers over pilings. | 93% |
| Move levers and turn valves to activate power hammers, or to raise and lower drophammers that drive piles to required depths. | 91% |
| Drive pilings to provide support for buildings or other structures, using heavy equipment with a pile driver head. | 91% |
| Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment to ensure proper functioning. | 89% |
| Clean, lubricate, and refill equipment. | 85% |