Rebar Worker (Construction Industry)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A craftsman who processes, assembles, and installs rebar embedded in concrete for reinforced concrete structures in buildings and civil engineering structures.
Description
Rebar workers are specialists who process, assemble, and install the rebar required for reinforced concrete structures such as buildings, bridges, and tunnels. They read construction drawings, cut and bend rebar, assemble it in designated positions, and secure it with tie wires. They collaborate with formworkers and concrete placement teams to ensure safe and accurate rebar placement. Sites are primarily outdoors, involving extensive high-altitude work and heavy material handling, requiring physical strength and concentration.
Future Outlook
With increasing infrastructure development and construction demand, demand for skilled rebar workers will remain high. Labor shortages due to declining birthrates and aging population are expected to intensify, advancing skill succession and the adoption of automation and mechanization technologies.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Good Team Player / Physically Strong / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Direct to Site and Home / Outdoor Work / Possibility of Long Hours / Site Work / Team Work
Career Path
Apprentice Rebar Worker → Rebar Worker → Lead Rebar Worker → Site Supervisor → Construction Management Technician
Required Skills
Drawing Reading Ability / On-Site Surveying and Line Marking / Rebar Processing / Rebar Tying
Recommended Skills
Basic BIM/CIM Knowledge / Basic Construction Management Knowledge / CAD Operation / Safety and Health Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because deviations in dimensions or positions affect structural strength. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical stamina is required to endure long hours of heavy labor and high-altitude work. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because work occurs under harsh conditions such as deadlines and weather. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because rebar placement work is performed in collaboration with multiple people. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because procedural work is emphasized over creativity. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced mathematical analysis is unnecessary, and simple measurements suffice. |
Related Qualifications
- Architectural Construction Supervisor
- First-Grade Rebar Construction Technician
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Second-Grade Rebar Construction Technician
- Slinging Skills Training
Aliases
- Rebar Worker
Related Jobs
- Architectural Construction Supervisor
- Formwork Carpenter
- Rebar Construction Supervisor