Ballast Collector
ばらすさいしゅにん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Field worker who collects, sorts, and supplies ballast (crushed stone and gravel) used as construction materials.
Description
Ballast collectors excavate ballast (crushed stone and gravel) used as base materials for roads and buildings at mining sites using heavy machinery and sorting plants, classify and inspect it by particle size and quality, and supply it to customers and sites. They handle a wide range of tasks including heavy equipment operation, earth discharge management, transportation arrangements, safety and health management, and environmental conservation, requiring mining efficiency, quality maintenance, and safety assurance.
Future Outlook
Demand for ballast collection remains stable due to infrastructure development and construction needs. Influences from heavy machinery automation and environmental regulations require enhanced safety management and advanced machine technology.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Good at steady work / Physically strong / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Direct to/from site / Early morning / Outdoor work / Shift work
Career Path
Extraction Apprentice → Ballast Collector → Site Supervisor → Civil Engineering Construction Manager
Required Skills
Construction Vehicle Operation / Heavy Equipment Inspection and Maintenance Assistance / Particle Size Classification / Quality Inspection / Safety and Health Management
Recommended Skills
Civil Engineering Materials Knowledge / Compliance with Environmental Conservation Laws / Machine Maintenance Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required for particle size sorting, machine inspections, and quality control. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Endurance is required for heavy machinery operation, handling heavy objects, and outdoor work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Involves a lot of routine work, with little need for logical analysis. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Follows existing procedures, so little creativity is needed. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Mainly involves simple quantity management and measurements, with little advanced calculation. |
Related Qualifications
- Construction Vehicle Operator
- Forklift Operator Training
- Large Special License
- Slinging Skills Training
Aliases
- Gravel Extraction Worker
- Gravel Extractor
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