Forest Cultivation Worker
いくりんさぎょうしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishery Occupations
- Middle : Forestry Occupations
- Minor : Forest Cultivation Workers
Summary
Forest cultivation workers perform on-site tasks such as planting, weeding, fertilizing, and branch pruning to raise healthy forests, supporting forest growth and preservation as specialists.
Description
Forest cultivation workers prepare forest growth environments and perform necessary on-site tasks to cultivate the next generation of trees. Specifically, they handle seedling planting and transplanting, removal of undergrowth and excess trees through weeding and thinning, nutrient supply through fertilization and soil improvement, tree crown shaping through branch pruning and selective cutting, growth monitoring and recording, safety management, and operation of machinery (such as chainsaws and forwarders). Work is outdoors in mountainous areas, requiring physical strength and weather adaptability.
Future Outlook
In the aging forestry workforce, demand for young talent is increasing. From the perspectives of climate change response and sustainable forest management, the role of forest cultivation workers with specialized knowledge and mechanization skills will remain important.
Personality Traits
Has attention to detail / Has cooperativeness / Has physical strength / Likes outdoor work
Work Style
Outdoor work / Rural assignment / Seasonal fluctuations / Team work
Career Path
Forest Cultivation Worker (Field Staff) → Forest Cultivation Supervisor → Forest Technician → Forestry Business Manager
Required Skills
Chainsaw Operation / Fertilization and Soil Improvement Technology / Forest Growth Survey / Planting Management Technology / Weeding and Thinning Technology
Recommended Skills
Environmental Impact Assessment / First Aid / Forest GIS / Forestry Machinery Operation (Forwarder, Harvester)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Weather and terrain change easily, requiring flexible responses. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical endurance is essential for long hours of outdoor work and heavy machinery operation. |
| Stress Tolerance | Must endure heavy labor and dangerous tasks in mountainous areas. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Procedures are often predefined, so creativity is relatively low. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical analysis is not required for work instructions or records. |
Related Qualifications
- Chainsaw Operation Training Course
- Forest Management Supervisor
- Forestry Cable Pesticide Application Supervisor
Aliases
- Forest Cultivation Worker
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