Postal Delivery Workers, Telegram Carriers
ゆうびんしゅうはい いん、でんぽう はいたついん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Occupation involving collecting and delivering mail and telegrams to households and businesses.
Description
Postal delivery workers and telegram carriers deliver mail and telegrams sorted at post offices or distribution centers to households and businesses. They are assigned fixed routes daily, handling accurate sorting of mail, address verification, efficient route planning and execution, obtaining delivery receipts, and arranging redeliveries for absences. They also collect outgoing mail and packages from senders and bring them back to the post office. Distribution and collection work often involves outdoor travel by bicycle, motorcycle, or on foot, requiring flexible responses to weather and road conditions.
Future Outlook
Although the volume of letters is declining due to the spread of email and SNS, demand for parcel delivery remains stable due to e-commerce market expansion, and a certain level of demand is expected even amid operational efficiency improvements and automation.
Personality Traits
Meticulous / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility / Team player
Work Style
Full-time / Outdoor work / Part-time / Shift work / Team division of labor
Career Path
Postal Delivery Worker (Entry Level) → Supervisor → Team Leader → Assistant Branch Manager → Postmaster
Required Skills
Bicycle Operation / Customer Service / Mail Handling / Route Planning
Recommended Skills
Customer Service Manners / Efficient Cargo Handling / GPS/Map Apps
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required for sorting mail and verifying addresses. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires long hours of walking, cycling, and motorcycling, demanding physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily routine tasks with little need for creative thinking. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Little need for advanced numerical processing in daily tasks. |
Related Qualifications
- Ordinary Motor Vehicle License
Aliases
- Mail Carrier
- Telegram Carrier
Related Jobs
- Logistics Manager
- Parcel Delivery Driver
- Postal Worker