Construction and Civil Engineering Worker
けんせつ・どぼくさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job involving practical work related to the construction and maintenance of civil engineering structures such as roads, bridges, and water supply and sewage systems.
Description
Construction and civil engineering workers handle basic and practical civil engineering tasks at public and private construction sites, including soil excavation and transport, concrete pouring, rebar assembly, and temporary scaffolding installation. Work is conducted outdoors, involving heavy equipment operation, manual material handling, safety checks, and quality control assistance. Team coordination is essential, with safety as the top priority to complete tasks within the schedule.
Future Outlook
Stable labor demand continues due to infrastructure aging countermeasures, redevelopment, and disaster recovery needs. However, addressing the worker shortage is a challenge.
Personality Traits
Good Team Player / High Safety Awareness / Physically Strong / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Apprentice Worker → General Worker → Specialized Construction Worker → Group Leader → Site Supervisor Assistant → Civil Engineering Construction Manager
Required Skills
Basic Heavy Equipment Operation / Excavation and Compaction / Material Handling / Safety Checks and Risk Management
Recommended Skills
Basic Piping Work / CAD (Simple Drafting) / Construction Drawing Reading / Welding Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is essential to endure long hours of heavy labor and outdoor work. |
| Stress Tolerance | Due to frequent work in harsh environments such as changing weather and tight schedules. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Team coordination is essential for improving work safety and efficiency. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because the work centers on following instructions rather than complex logical thinking. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because accuracy in prescribed tasks is emphasized over idea generation. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | The work mainly involves simple measurements, with little need for advanced mathematical analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Training
- Ordinary Motor Vehicle Driver's License
- Vehicle-Type Construction Machinery Operation Training
Aliases
- Civil Engineering Worker
- Construction Worker
Related Jobs
- Architectural Worker
- Formwork Carpenter
- Heavy Equipment Operator
- Plasterer
- Scaffolder