Arborist
うえきしょく
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that plants garden trees, flowering trees, and other plants, performs pruning and planting, and manages and maintains landscapes such as gardens, parks, and street trees.
Description
Arborists select and plant trees and flowers in gardens, parks, streets, residential yards, etc., and manage plant growth through pruning, fertilizing, pest and disease control, etc. They create planting plans tailored to the client's design requests and perform seasonal maintenance to preserve the garden's aesthetics and functionality. Work may involve high places or heavy machinery, making safety management important. They are active in a wide range of fields, such as greening public spaces.
Future Outlook
Although the number of employed workers is on a decreasing trend due to aging and labor shortages, job openings exist stably due to urban greening demand and the rising popularity of gardening. Demand for highly specialized personnel is anticipated due to the introduction of labor-saving machinery and maintenance needs for tourist areas.
Personality Traits
Excellent observation skills / Has cooperativeness / Has physical stamina / Interested in the natural environment / Polite and courteous
Work Style
Contract Employee / Full-time Employee / Outdoor Work / Seasonal / Self-Employed
Career Path
Apprentice Arborist → Craftsman → Site Supervisor (Foreman) → Landscape Construction Management Technician → Landscape Designer → Independent Practice
Required Skills
Fertilization and Soil Improvement Techniques / High-Altitude Work Techniques / Pest and Disease Management / Planting and Transplanting / Pruning Techniques
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Botany and Horticulture / Basics of Landscape Design / CAD Operation / Communication Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because weather and work environments change easily. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To not miss minute injuries or signs of disease in trees and plants. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it requires physical strength for long hours of outdoor work, handling heavy equipment, etc. |
| Problem Solving | To respond to pests, diseases, and environmental changes with appropriate measures. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced mathematical analysis is not required in the work. |
Related Qualifications
- Landscape Construction Management Technician
- Landscape Skilled Worker (Grade 1・2)
Aliases
- Landscaper
Related Jobs
- Gardener