Animal Capture Worker
どうぶつほかくさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishery Occupations
- Middle : Forestry Occupations
- Minor : Other Forestry Occupations
Summary
Specialized profession in agriculture, forestry, and environmental conservation sites that captures and manages harmful animals or conservation target animals using traps or tranquilizer guns.
Description
Animal capture workers capture and manage wild animals using traps or tranquilizer guns in forested areas, farmlands, and nature reserves to prevent damage to ecosystems or crops. They understand the ecology of target species, select appropriate installation sites, set and inspect traps, adjust and administer anesthetics, transport and process captured animals afterward, and prepare reports. The work involves outdoor heavy labor and hazards, and is conducted in compliance with laws under permission from prefectural governors or the Ministry of the Environment.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of farmland and increasing demand for wildlife damage control measures, wildlife management expertise is expected to steadily increase and remain stable.
Personality Traits
Calm and composed / Sharp observational skills / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Long Hours / Outdoor Work / Shift Work / Solo Work / Team Patrol
Career Path
Assistant Worker → Animal Capture Worker → Team Leader → Environmental Consultant → Wildlife Management Specialist
Required Skills
GPS Device Operation / Legal Knowledge (Wildlife Protection) / Outdoor Survey Techniques / Tranquilizer Gun Operation / Trap Installation and Inspection Techniques
Recommended Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because it is necessary to quickly respond to changes in weather or site conditions. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because careful handling of traps and anesthetic devices is required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it involves long hours of heavy labor and equipment transport outdoors. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary to respond to unexpected animal behavior or device malfunctions. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because it is necessary to endure hazardous work and heavy labor. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because mathematical analysis and calculations are relatively minimal. |
Related Qualifications
- Hunting License (Prefectural Governor License)
Aliases
- Wildlife Damage Control Worker
- Wildlife Management Worker
Related Jobs
- Environmental Consultant
- Forestry Worker
- Hunter
- Wildlife Surveyor