Outdoor Telecommunications Line Stringing Worker
おくがいつうしんせんかせんさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialized worker who strings and lays telecommunications cables on utility poles and building exterior walls, etc., and performs inspections, maintenance, and repairs.
Description
Outdoor telecommunications line stringing workers attach telecommunications cables to utility poles and aerial routes, perform tension adjustments and connections, and build and maintain telecommunications networks. They use high-altitude work vehicles and safety harnesses for work, conduct inspections for damage or breaks, repairs, and cable replacements. They read design drawings and route diagrams, select appropriate routes, and proceed with efficient and safe construction based on work plans. They are also required to handle emergency failures and respond to weather conditions.
Future Outlook
Demand remains stable with the expansion of FTTH and 5G base station construction. Amid advancements in automation equipment and robot introduction, there is increasing demand for personnel with fiber optic fusion splicing technology and overall network knowledge.
Personality Traits
Cautious and Attentive / Patient / Physically Strong / Quick Situational Judgment / Team-Oriented
Work Style
Business Trips / High-Altitude Work Vehicle / Outdoor Site Work / Shift Work / Solo and Team Work
Career Path
Apprentice Worker → Skilled Worker → Team Leader → Crew Leader → Construction Manager
Required Skills
Basic Knowledge of Electrical and Telecommunications Equipment / Cable Tension Adjustment / Compliance with Safety Regulations / Fiber Optic Fusion Splicing / High-Altitude Work Vehicle Operation
Recommended Skills
Basic Network Knowledge / GPS Positioning / Reading Route Diagrams / Tool Maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Requires flexible responses to changes in weather and site conditions. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because cable tension and connection accuracy directly affect communication quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | High physical endurance is required for long hours of outdoor and high-altitude work. |
| Problem Solving | Important for identifying causes of wire breaks or failures and for recovery responses. |
| Stress Tolerance | Requires mental resilience to withstand pressure from high-altitude work and emergency repairs. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Less opportunity for creativity as it follows standard construction procedures. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Involves minimal complex calculations, mainly simple measurements. |
Related Qualifications
- First-Class Electrician
- High-Altitude Work Vehicle Operation Skills Training
- Second-Class Electrician
Aliases
- Telecommunications Line Laying Worker
- Telecommunications Line Stringing Worker
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- Cable TV Installation Worker
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