Leather Shoe Repair Worker
かわぐつしゅうりこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Leather shoe repair workers are artisans who repair and regenerate leather shoes by replacing worn soles and heels, repairing leather, cleaning, polishing, and more.
Description
Leather shoe repair workers inspect the condition of leather shoes entrusted by customers, replace worn soles and heels, repair tears and holes, reinforce stitches, and more. They use hand tools and machine tools such as specialized hammers, knives, eyelet removers, and sewing machines, fixing parts with adhesives and threads. In the finishing processes of dyeing and polishing, they select chemicals and wax suited to the leather's properties, correct color unevenness, and create shine. They handle everything consistently from determining repair contents, selecting materials, creating estimates, to customer correspondence, requiring technology and experience that balance durability and aesthetics. In recent years, repair demand has increased from the perspective of sustainability, making it important to accommodate environmentally friendly materials and technologies.
Future Outlook
With the inheritance of repair culture and rising sustainability awareness, repair demand is steadily increasing. Technological innovations such as digital estimation systems and eco-friendly materials are also advancing.
Personality Traits
Able to provide courteous service / Dexterous hands and good at fine work / Has attention to detail
Work Style
Repair / Self-employed Sole Proprietor / Workshop Attached to Retail Store / Workshop Employment
Career Path
Apprentice Repair Worker → Artisan (Leather Shoe Repair Worker) → Store Manager / Workshop Manager → Independent Operation
Required Skills
Hand Tool Operation / Handling Adhesives and Chemicals / Knowledge of Leather Types and Properties / Polishing Techniques / Shoe Structure
Recommended Skills
Business Manners / Communication Skills (English) / PC Basic Operation / Sewing Machine Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To ensure fine scratches and finishing accuracy. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Little complex numerical analysis. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Mainly individual work, with few opportunities for team collaboration. |
Related Qualifications
- Leather Product Manufacturing Technician Grade 1
- Leather Product Manufacturing Technician Grade 2
Aliases
- Leather Product Repair Worker
- Shoe Repair Artisan
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