Dozer Shovel Operator
どざーしょべるうんてんしゅ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that operates construction machinery such as bulldozers and shovels to perform excavation, transportation of earth, and grading work.
Description
Dozer shovel operators use vehicle-type construction machinery such as hydraulic bulldozers and shovels (hydraulic excavators) to excavate, transport, and grade earth and rocks. They are required to perform precise operations based on the site terrain and design drawings, and also handle safety management, machine inspections, and maintenance. On-site, rebar work and coordination with other workers are essential, with work environments mainly outdoors. Quick response to disaster prevention and machine failures is important, and they engage in operations after completing required training and obtaining qualifications.
Future Outlook
Stable job openings are expected due to infrastructure development and renewal needs, but in the future, advanced operation and inspection skills will be required with the introduction of remote operation and automation technologies.
Personality Traits
Cautious and Accurate / High Concentration / High Safety Awareness / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Day Shifts / Many Contract or Dispatch Positions / On-Site Stationed / Weather-Dependent
Career Path
Site Worker → Dozer Shovel Operator → Senior Operator → Site Supervisor Assistant → Construction Machinery Maintenance Technician
Required Skills
Basic Machine Maintenance and Inspection / Hydraulic Control Lever Operation / Site Drawing Interpretation / Vehicle-Type Construction Machinery Operation
Recommended Skills
Basic Surveying / Machine Troubleshooting / Radio Communication / Site Safety Management Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is essential for ensuring safety and high-precision grading work. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Required due to long hours of outdoor work and exposure to vibrations, demanding physical endurance. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine tasks are predominant, with little need for novel idea generation. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical analysis is minimal, mainly involving simple measurements. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Training
- Small Mobile Crane Operation Training
- Vehicle-Type Construction Machinery Operation Training (Grading, Transportation, Excavation)
Aliases
- Bulldozer Operator
- Heavy Equipment Operator
- Shovel Operator
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