Pine Bark Collector
まつかわさいしゅにん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishery Occupations
- Middle : Forestry Occupations
- Minor : Other Forestry Occupations
Summary
Forestry worker who harvests pine bark by felling and peeling trees, collecting it as material.
Description
Pine bark collectors are specialists who peel bark from pine trees in plantations or natural forests, gathering natural materials used in traditional crafts, gardening, and architectural supplies. On-site, they use hand tools such as axes, knives, and drawknives, requiring work at heights or on slopes. Experience and skill in determining harvesting seasons, bark thickness, and quality are essential, with operations conducted while considering safety management and forest resource conservation.
Future Outlook
Due to mechanization and the prevalence of imported materials, the number of practitioners is declining, but demand may persist in limited niche markets driven by growing needs for traditional crafts and eco-materials.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Patient / Physically strong / Values the natural environment
Work Style
Full-Time / On-Site Stationed / Outdoor Work / Seasonal Variation / Team Work
Career Path
Forestry Worker → Pine Bark Collector → Forest Maintenance Technician → Forestry Technician → Forestry Manager
Required Skills
Bark Quality Assessment / Basics of Forest Resource Conservation / Hand Tool Operation / High-Place Work Skills / Safety Management
Recommended Skills
Chainsaw Operation / First Aid / Forest Maintenance Skills / Machine Maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Need to quickly respond to changes in weather and work environment. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | High physical stamina required for ax work and extended outdoor labor. |
| Stress Tolerance | Need to endure work at heights or in inclement weather. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Mostly simple tasks, no need for advanced logical thinking. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Procedures are standardized, with few opportunities for generating ideas. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | No need for advanced mathematical analysis beyond quantity management and measurement. |
Related Qualifications
- Aerial Work Platform Operation Training
- Forestry Worker Certification
Aliases
- Pine Bark Collector
- Pine Bark Peeler
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- Forest Maintenance Worker
- Forest Technician
- Forestry Worker
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