Postal Collection and Delivery Vehicle Crew
ゆうびんしゅうはいしゃじょうむいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Postal collection and delivery vehicle crew members collect mail items and parcels using dedicated vehicles and deliver them along specified routes.
Description
Postal collection and delivery vehicle crew members drive dedicated postal vehicles such as one-box cars or light cargo vans, collect mail and parcels from post offices, and deliver them to individual homes and businesses. They also handle face-to-face deliveries, posting absence notices, and returning items to the post office. Efficient route management, safe driving, and courteous customer service are required.
Future Outlook
With the increase in online shopping, demand for mail and parcel delivery is expanding. On the other hand, technological innovations such as autonomous vehicles and drone deliveries may improve operational efficiency, potentially changing roles and required skills.
Personality Traits
Excellent Communication Skills / Good at Time Management / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Collection and Delivery Vehicle Crew Apprentice → Collection and Delivery Vehicle Crew → Group Leader → Delivery Section Manager → Post Office Operations Manager
Required Skills
Geographical Knowledge (Delivery Routes) / Ordinary Car Driving Skills / Safe Driving
Recommended Skills
Customer Service Skills / GPS/Car Navigation Operation / Health Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is needed for address confirmation and handling of mail items. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for loading/unloading cargo and long hours of driving. |
| Stress Tolerance | Need to withstand pressure from time adherence and handling complaints. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work is routine-based and does not require much creativity. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | No need for complex numerical analysis; only simple calculations. |
Related Qualifications
- Ordinary Motor Vehicle Driver's License
Aliases
- Delivery Driver
- Mail Delivery Worker
- Postal Collector and Deliverer
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