Gravel Extraction Worker
じゃりさいしゅさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A worker who uses heavy machinery in rivers, quarries, etc., to extract and transport gravel, supplying it as construction materials.
Description
Gravel extraction workers use backhoes (hydraulic excavators) and dump trucks in riverbeds or quarries to excavate and separate gravel, adjust particle size with sieving machines, and transport it to and from the site. Vehicle construction machinery operation skills are required, and safety management and environmental considerations are also important. The work mainly involves heavy labor outdoors, with roles divided among teams to proceed efficiently.
Future Outlook
Affected by fluctuations in construction demand, but steady job openings are expected due to infrastructure development and redevelopment needs. Efficiency improvements are anticipated with advancements in ICT and mechanization.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Site Worker → Leader → Site Supervisor Assistant → Civil Engineering Construction Manager
Required Skills
Basic Safety and Health Knowledge / Dump Truck Driving / Hydraulic Excavator Operation / Screening Operation
Recommended Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to transporting heavy materials and long hours of standing work |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | The work is routine following instructions |
| Creativity & Ideation | Work with little idea generation |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Little need to update specialized knowledge |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Only simple weighing tasks |
| Planning & Organization | Plans are often made by superiors |
Related Qualifications
- Slinging Skills Training
- Vehicle Construction Machinery Operation Skills Training
Aliases
- Gravel Extraction Worker
- Gravel Mining Worker
Related Jobs
- Civil Engineering Worker
- Quarry Worker
- Sand Extraction Worker