Carpenter
だいく
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialist who assembles frameworks of houses and wooden buildings using timber to create structures from foundations to roofs and interiors.
Description
Carpenters mark and process timber based on blueprints and assemble building frameworks using methods such as post-and-beam construction. They handle a wide range from traditional wood joinery to construction with the latest materials, while also managing safety and quality. In addition to new home construction, they play vital roles in renovations and traditional building restoration, requiring the inheritance of skilled techniques.
Future Outlook
While there are challenges in skill inheritance due to an aging workforce, stable demand is expected from increasing renovation needs and the spread of high-performance housing.
Personality Traits
Cautious and accurate / Dexterous hands and good at detailed work / Physically fit / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Construction Company Employment / Full-time / On-site Work / Outdoor / Self-Employed
Career Path
Apprentice (Disciple) Carpenter → Foreman or Master Carpenter → Head Carpenter → Construction Management Technician → Independence or Entrepreneurship
Required Skills
Blueprint Reading Ability / Safety and Health Knowledge / Timber Processing Skills / Tool Operation
Recommended Skills
CAD Operation (Architecture) / Construction Management Knowledge / English (Architectural Terms) / Reclaimed Timber Reuse
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Required for accurate marking and processing. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Required due to extensive physical labor and need for endurance. |
| Problem Solving | Necessary to respond to unforeseen situations on site. |
Related Qualifications
- Skills Test: Architectural Carpentry (1st/2nd Grade)
- Vocational Training Completion Certificate (Wooden Architecture Course)
Aliases
- Residential Carpenter
- Woodworker
Related Jobs
- Construction Management Technician
- Formwork Carpenter
- Interior Finisher
- Plasterer