Multiple Tamping Machine Operator
まるちぷるたいたんぱーうんてんこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Occupation involving operating multiple tamping machines (multi-unit sleeper compactors) on railway tracks to compact ballast and solidify the area under sleepers.
Description
Multiple tamping machine operators maneuver multiple tamping machines installed on railway tracks, compacting and tamping the ballast around sleepers to maintain track stability. On site, they operate control panels to adjust the machine's travel speed and vibration intensity. They also perform track measurements considering specifications for level and curved sections, and if abnormalities are detected, collaborate with the maintenance team to adjust measurements or fine-tune the machine. Work primarily consists of outdoor team operations with shift duties, and pre- and post-operation machine inspections and safety checks are important tasks.
Future Outlook
Stable job openings are expected due to the need for maintenance and renewal of aging railway infrastructure. In the future, remote operation and automation systems will advance, potentially changing the skill requirements for machine operators.
Personality Traits
Able to make quick situational judgments / Cautious / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Track Maintainer → Heavy Equipment Operator → Maintenance Supervisor → Maintenance Foreman → Maintenance Engineer
Required Skills
Compliance with Safety Regulations / Control Panel Setting and Monitoring / Railway Maintenance Machine Operation / Track Measurement
Recommended Skills
Machine Maintenance / Radio Equipment Operation / Reading Track Drawings / Track Measurement and Adjustment Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required because minor deviations can lead to major accidents. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Operations are mainly according to manuals, with little need for creative thinking. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly driving operations with little heavy labor. |
Related Qualifications
- Construction Machinery Operation Training (Vehicle Type)
Aliases
- Multiple Tamping Machine Operator
- Railway Track Maintenance Machine Operator
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- Ballast Regulator Operator
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