Gutter Cleaner
そっこうそうじにん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that removes accumulated mud and debris from gutters and drainage channels on roads and in urban areas to maintain drainage flow.
Description
Gutter cleaners remove fallen leaves, mud, sand, garbage, etc., accumulated in gutters and drainage channels along sidewalks and roadways using manual labor or high-pressure washers, etc., to maintain drainage functions. Before work, they inspect the inside of the gutters to check for the presence of foreign objects or damaged areas. They remove deposits through operation of high-pressure washers and use of hand tools such as shovels and brushes, and after work, confirm the cleaned areas and make work reports. The work is mainly outdoors, requiring safety measures according to weather and road surface conditions, as well as wearing personal protective equipment.
Future Outlook
There is stable demand for maintenance of aging road drainage facilities, but in the future, automation technology and robotic cleaning may advance.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Cleaning Worker → Site Leader → Equipment Maintenance Engineer → Building Maintenance Engineer
Required Skills
High-Pressure Washer Operation / Manual Tool Use / Wearing and Management of Personal Protective Equipment / Work Inspection Reporting
Recommended Skills
Hazard Prediction Activities / Safety and Health Management / Simple Machine Maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is needed to not miss abnormalities or damage inside the gutter. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | High physical stamina is required for long hours of outdoor work and removing heavy mud and soil. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Analytical thinking is hardly required. |
| Communication Skills | Interpersonal communication is minimal. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine tasks take precedence over creativity. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Special skills can be acquired through training, with low ongoing learning burden. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Mathematical analysis or calculations are hardly necessary. |
Aliases
- Gutter Cleaning Worker
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