Raft Assembly Worker (Forestry: Log Transport)
いかだぐみさぎょうしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishery Occupations
- Middle : Forestry Occupations
- Minor : Logging and Timber Processing Workers
Summary
Forestry work that assembles felled logs into rafts using rivers for safe transport.
Description
Raft assembly workers bind multiple logs with ropes or wires to form rafts for transporting felled logs downstream by river flow. They require technical skills and physical strength to launch the rafts into the river and maneuver them with the current to deliver timber downstream. Safety management is crucial, including dealing with fluctuating water levels and rapids in mountainous rivers, resolving log jams, and more. Judgment based on weather and water flow conditions, along with teamwork, is also essential.
Future Outlook
Although traditional water transport is declining due to road network development, some demand is expected to remain for transporting local resources and raft floating experiences as tourism resources.
Personality Traits
Ambitious / Calm and composed / Strong sense of responsibility / Team-oriented
Work Style
Outdoor Work / Seasonal Variation / Site Mobility / Team Work
Career Path
Forestry Worker → Collection and Transport Leader → Forestry Business Manager → Forestry Technician and Instructor
Required Skills
Raft Assembly Technique / Rope Work / Safety Management / Terrain and Water Flow Judgment / Water Transport Technique
Recommended Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because it is necessary to quickly respond to changes in weather and water levels. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accurate binding determines safety. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical stamina is essential to endure transporting heavy logs and long hours of outdoor work. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary to deal with log jams and rapids. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because there are many hazardous water-based tasks that require stress tolerance. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because teamwork is essential for the work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because there are few opportunities for quantity calculations or quantitative analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Life Saving Training Completion
- Slinging Skills Training
Aliases
- Raftsman
Related Jobs
- Log Collection Worker
- Log Processing Worker
- Logging Worker