Railway Electrical Maintenance Worker
てつどうでんきほしゅかかり
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A technical occupation that maintains, inspects, and repairs railway electrical equipment (catenaries, substation equipment, signal equipment, etc.) to support safe train operations.
Description
Railway electrical maintenance workers handle the maintenance, inspection, and repair of catenaries and third rails that supply power to trains, transformers and distribution boards in substations, and signal equipment. They regularly use measuring instruments such as insulation resistance meters and clamp meters to check for equipment deterioration or abnormalities. When an abnormality is found, they diagnose the cause and perform parts replacement or repair work. Much of the work involves heights using high-place work vehicles or lifting equipment, requiring strict safety management with safety belts and protective gear. Features also include shift work at night or early morning, and frequent emergency responses. Team collaboration and coordination with railway operations management departments are essential, supporting the safe operation of the timetable through accurate and prompt work.
Future Outlook
Stable demand for jobs is expected due to the need for maintenance and renewal of aging railway infrastructure. The introduction of predictive maintenance technologies using IoT and drones will increase demand for technicians skilled in data analysis and ICT.
Personality Traits
Cautious and meticulous / Cooperative / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Night Patrol / Outdoor Work / Shift / Team System / Work at Heights
Career Path
Apprentice Maintenance Worker → Railway Electrical Maintenance Worker → Maintenance Team Leader → Maintenance Section Chief → Chief Electrical Engineer
Required Skills
Electrical Equipment Maintenance / Operation of Electronic Measuring Instruments / Reading Electrical Circuit Diagrams / Use of Tools / Work at Heights Safety Techniques
Recommended Skills
CAD (Wiring Diagrams) / Crane Operation Skills Training / High-Place Work Vehicle Operation Skills Training / Signal Processing
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small malfunctions in electrical equipment can lead to accidents. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is a lot of outdoor and work at heights, requiring physical stamina. |
| Problem Solving | Because the ability to quickly identify fault causes and perform repairs is required. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because there are many stressful situations such as emergency repairs and night work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Often follows prescribed procedures, with little creative thinking required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical analysis is rarely required. |
Related Qualifications
- First-Class Electrician
- High-Place Work Vehicle Operation Skills Training Completion
- Second-Class Electrician
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