Cable Yarding Worker
りんぎょうかせんさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialized worker who uses wire ropes and cable yarding machines to extract felled timber from steep slopes in forests.
Description
Cable yarding workers install and adjust cable systems (cable yarding systems) using cables, pulleys, and wire ropes, efficiently and safely extracting felled timber from steep slopes. They conduct on-site terrain surveys, install pilot ropes, perform load tests, and manage wire rope tension and pulley placements. Working in coordination with ground crews, they receive operational instructions via signals and proceed with tasks while complying with environmental protection and labor safety standards. They also handle machine inspections and maintenance.
Future Outlook
Demand is stable due to the effective utilization of forest resources and the promotion of SDGs. Amid labor shortages, mechanization and unmanned technologies are expected to advance.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Cooperative / Physically fit / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Direct to/from work site / Outdoor work / Seasonal fluctuations / Team work
Career Path
Forestry Worker → Forest Management Technician → Forestry Cable Yarding Supervisor → Site Supervisor → Forestry Business Owner
Required Skills
Cable Yarding Machine Operation / Chainsaw Basic Operation / High-Place Work (Safety Harness) / Rope Work / Wire Rope Operation
Recommended Skills
Aerial Work Platform Driving / Logging Techniques / Machine Maintenance and Inspection / Topographic Map Reading
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small mistakes can lead to accidents. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to prolonged heavy labor and work on unstable terrain. |
| Stress Tolerance | Due to tension and pressure from working at heights and operating heavy machinery. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because team safety checks and signals are important. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because work processes are standardized. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Calculations are basically minimal. |
Related Qualifications
- Aerial Work Platform Operation Training
- Forestry Cable Yarding Worker Safety Training
Aliases
- Cable Worker
- Forestry Wire Rope Worker
Related Jobs
- Forest Management Worker
- Forestry Machine Operator
- Forestry Worker
- Logging and Timber Processing Worker