Branch Trimming Worker (Lumber Production)
えだばらいさぎょうしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishery Occupations
- Middle : Forestry Occupations
- Minor : Logging and Timber Processing Workers
Summary
Forestry worker who uses chainsaws and other tools to remove branches from felled logs in the forest and shapes them into forms suitable for transportation and processing.
Description
Branch trimming workers (lumber production) are responsible for removing branches from felled logs in the forest. They mainly use chainsaws to cut branches from the base toward the tip, shaping the timber to specific dimensions and forms. Work sites often involve slopes and uneven terrain, with unstable footing and handling of heavy objects, making safety management crucial. Before work, they wear helmets, protective gear, ropes, and slings, and collaborate with multiple people to perform tasks efficiently and safely. Accurate cutting techniques and machine maintenance knowledge are required, and experience leads to higher work efficiency.
Future Outlook
With sustainable forest management and increasing demand for domestic timber, mechanization and efficiency technologies for branch trimming are advancing, but demand for skilled workers remains high.
Personality Traits
High Concentration / High Safety Awareness / Physically Strong / Team-Oriented
Work Style
Career Path
Forestry Site Worker (Apprentice) → Branch Trimming Worker → Lumber Production Team Leader → Forest Management Coordinator → Site Supervisor (Forestry Technician)
Required Skills
Chainsaw Operation and Maintenance / Hazard Prediction Activities / Logging and Lumber Processing / Proper Use of Safety Equipment
Recommended Skills
Forestry Machine Operation / Rescue and First Aid / Rope Handling / Tree Assessment
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Work methods must be adjusted to changing terrain and weather conditions. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Branches must be cut accurately to ensure timber quality and safety. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | High physical strength is required for long hours of heavy labor. |
| Stress Tolerance | Calm response is needed in hazardous work environments. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work is basically routine, and creative thinking is not particularly needed. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Physical strength and skills are emphasized over numerical calculations. |
Related Qualifications
- Forestry Skills Technician
- Special Education for Logging Operations
Aliases
- Branch Cutting Worker
Related Jobs
- Log Collection Worker
- Logging Worker
- Lumber Processing Worker