Precious Wood Sawyer
めいぼくぞうざいこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishery Occupations
- Middle : Forestry Occupations
- Minor : Logging and Timber Processing Workers
Summary
Specialist who selects logs of high-grade timber (precious wood), sawmills and processes them, and supplies them as product materials.
Description
Precious Wood Sawyers are specialized workers who handle logs of high-grade timber used for furniture, crafts, and building materials. They inspect the grain, knots, and moisture content of logs brought from forests, and operate chainsaws, band saws, and band saws to perform cutting patterns. After sawmilling, they manage the drying process, conduct quality inspections, and adjust dimensions and warping to meet customer specifications. Appraisal skills based on experience and precise machine operation are required.
Future Outlook
With increasing demand for high-grade timber from forest resources, the need for specialized sawmilling technicians remains stable. Acquisition of environmentally considerate processing and advanced processing technologies using IoT is required.
Personality Traits
Cautious / High Concentration / Likes Making Things / Physically Fit
Work Style
Career Path
Apprentice Sawmill Worker → Precious Wood Sawyer → Factory Supervisor → Forestry Engineer → Management Position
Required Skills
Blueprint Reading / Chainsaw Operation / Sawmill Machine Operation / Wood Drying Knowledge
Recommended Skills
CAD (Cutting Patterns) / Crane Operation / Forklift Operation / Wood Selection and Evaluation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Precision is required for checking grain and knots, etc. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to frequent heavy machinery operation and long hours of standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creative thinking is not required, as work centers on following regulations. |
Related Qualifications
- Forestry Mechanization Technician
- Forklift Operator Training
- Logging Special Education
- Small Mobile Crane Operator
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- Log Gathering Worker
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