Rail Logging Transport Worker
きどうだしうんざいさぎょうしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishery Occupations
- Middle : Forestry Occupations
- Minor : Logging and Timber Processing Workers
Summary
A forestry worker who transports felled timber using trolleys or freight cars on tracks laid within the forest.
Description
Rail logging transport workers are specialists who lay temporary tracks in mountain forests and efficiently transport felled timber using trolleys or freight cars. Their work includes track installation and adjustment, timber loading and securing, transportation, unloading, as well as inspection and maintenance of trolleys and rails. Team cooperation is essential, and coordination with safety management and heavy equipment operators is also important.
Future Outlook
While stable demand is expected due to the promotion of effective use of forest resources, the aging workforce and labor shortages are challenges.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Physically Fit / Strong Sense of Responsibility / Team-oriented
Work Style
Business Trips / Forest Site / Outdoor Work / Seasonal Fluctuations / Team Work
Career Path
Forestry Worker → Forest Cooperative Staff → Forestry Machine Operator → Safety Manager → Forestry Technician
Required Skills
Basic Machine Maintenance / Timber Loading and Securing / Track Laying Skills / Trolley Operation
Recommended Skills
Crane Operation / First Aid / Forklift Operation License / Safety and Health Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because track misalignment or defects can lead to accidents. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | High physical strength is required for long hours of outdoor work and heavy machinery handling. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because it is necessary to respond to sudden weather changes and heavy labor. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because multiple people cooperate to carry out the work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is not particularly needed as work follows manuals. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because complex calculations are few. |
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