Civil Engineering Worker
どぼくさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Workers who perform basic tasks at civil engineering construction sites. They carry out excavation, transportation, concrete pouring, assistance in formwork and rebar assembly, etc., and proceed with work under the instructions of construction managers.
Description
Civil engineering workers are on-site workers who support the construction and maintenance of social infrastructure such as roads, bridges, rivers, and dams. They perform a wide range of tasks including manual excavation, embankment, material transportation, concrete pouring, and assistance in formwork and rebar assembly. Skills in operating heavy machinery and tools, as well as knowledge of safety and health management, are required, and the ability to work efficiently and safely according to construction plans is essential. Much of the work is outdoors, requiring flexibility to respond to weather and site condition changes, collaboration in teams to achieve high-quality construction.
Future Outlook
Demand for public works and infrastructure maintenance is stable, and labor shortages are expected to continue in urban redevelopment and disaster prevention projects. The introduction of ICT and labor-saving technologies is progressing, and balancing skill inheritance with efficiency is a challenge.
Personality Traits
Can make quick situational judgments / Has cooperativeness / Has physical strength / Has strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Direct to/from work / On-site work / Outdoor work / Shift work
Career Path
Apprentice Civil Engineering Worker → Civil Engineering Worker → Supervisor/Leader → Construction Management Technician → Site Agent
Required Skills
Concrete Pouring / Crane Operation (Slinging) / Forklift Driving / Formwork and Rebar Assembly Assistance / Heavy Equipment Operation / Surveying Assistance
Recommended Skills
CAD / Civil Engineering Construction Management Technician Assistant / Drone Surveying / ICT Construction
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because it is necessary to flexibly respond to changes in weather and site conditions. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical stamina is needed to endure long hours of heavy labor and outdoor work. |
| Stress Tolerance | There is a lot of work in bad weather, heavy labor, and under tight deadlines, so stress tolerance is important. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because there is a lot of collaborative work with multiple people, and coordination is important. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Mainly following instructions, analytical thinking is not particularly required. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Work is centered on following manuals, so creativity is not particularly needed. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Quantity calculations are necessary, but specialized mathematical abilities are not particularly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Construction Vehicle Operation Skills Training
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Slinging Skills Training
- Small Mobile Crane Operation Skills Training
Aliases
- Civil Engineering Laborer
- Earthworks Worker
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