Rebar Construction Worker (Building)
てっきんこうじさぎょういん（けんちく）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialized technician or worker who cuts, processes, assembles, and places rebar used in foundations, columns, and beams of building structures based on drawings.
Description
Rebar construction workers (building) cut and bend-process rebar needed for building frameworks according to drawings, and bind and place them on site. To ensure safety standards and dimensional accuracy, they carefully perform marking and measurements, and collaborate with the team to carry out the work. The work is often outdoors or at heights, requiring physical strength and stamina, as well as strict adherence to safety and hygiene.
Future Outlook
With stable construction demand and infrastructure renewal projects, demand for rebar workers remains high, with serious labor shortages. To improve site productivity and ensure safety, the introduction of robot and IoT technologies and systematization of skill succession are needed.
Personality Traits
Attentive and meticulous / Good team player / High safety awareness / Physically strong / Strong competitive spirit
Work Style
Contract Employee / Day Labor / Freelance Solo Master / Full-time Employee
Career Path
Apprentice Rebar Worker → Skilled Rebar Worker → Master/Foreman → Construction Management Technician → Site Supervisor → Construction Department Manager
Required Skills
Blueprint Reading / Measurement and Marking / Rebar Binding / Rebar Placement Construction / Rebar Processing
Recommended Skills
Arc Welding / CAD Operation / Concrete Pouring Knowledge / Safety and Health Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Misalignment in rebar placement affects structural strength. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Long hours of heavy labor require physical strength and endurance. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Work is often done by multiple people, and coordination is essential. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Work procedures are based on standards, so little creativity is required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Mainly involves dimension measurement and length calculation; no advanced mathematical analysis needed. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Mobile Crane Operator
- Scaffolding Assembly Special Education
- Slinging Skills Training
Aliases
- Rebar Placement Worker
- Rebar Worker
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