Construction Site General Laborer
けんせつげんばざっこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that performs auxiliary tasks such as handyman work, material transportation, site cleaning, and tidying at construction sites.
Description
Construction site general laborers receive instructions from specialized trades such as formwork or demolition workers, performing handyman tasks like preparing and transporting materials and tools, site cleaning and organization, and waste removal. While adhering to safety procedures, they assist with high-reach vehicles and scaffolding, handle simple assembly, and support overall site efficiency. Primarily outdoor physical labor in an environment with significant weather and seasonal fluctuations.
Future Outlook
Labor shortages at construction sites continue, keeping demand stable, but some tasks may be replaced by robots and labor-saving machinery.
Personality Traits
Can Accurately Execute Following Instructions / Good at Diligent Work / Has Good Teamwork / Physically Strong
Work Style
Day Shift / Outdoor Work / Seasonal Fluctuations / Team Work
Career Path
Construction Site General Laborer → Construction Worker → Skilled Worker (Formwork Carpenter, Demolition Worker, etc.) → Site Supervisor Assistant → Site Supervisor
Required Skills
Basic Tool Operation / Transporting Heavy Objects / Understanding of Safety Work Procedures
Recommended Skills
Aerial Work Vehicle Operation Skills Training / Forklift Operation Skills Training / Slinging Skills Training
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical stamina is essential for long hours of heavy labor and outdoor work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because logical thinking is hardly required. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because the work centers on following instructions rather than creativity. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because compliance with instructions outweighs independent judgment. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because it centers on repetition of basic movements rather than acquiring specialized skills. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because numerical analysis is hardly required. |
| Planning & Organization | Because advanced planning skills such as process management are not required. |
| Problem Solving | Because the work centers on following instructions rather than problem-solving. |
Aliases
- Construction General Laborer
- Construction Site Worker
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- Civil Engineering Laborer
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