Recyclable goods collector (engaged only in collection work)
りさいくるひんかいしゅうにん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This job involves collecting recyclable waste and reusable resource items from households and businesses, and handling sorting and preparation for transportation.
Description
Recyclable goods collectors handle the periodic or on-demand collection of various recyclable items (such as paper, metals, plastics, PET bottles, etc.) from households and businesses. They ride in work vehicles along collection routes, manually or using carts to load resources delivered to doorsteps, and perform on-site temporary storage and sorting after collection. The work is primarily outdoors, with environments changing due to weather and seasons. Since heavy loads are handled frequently, thorough safety and health measures are essential, and tasks must be carried out in cooperation with team members.
Future Outlook
Demand remains stable due to increasing environmental awareness and promotion of recycling. There is also a labor shortage challenge, so improvements in work efficiency and mechanization may advance.
Personality Traits
Does not mind routine work / Good cooperativeness / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Contract employee / Full-time employee / Outdoor work / Part-time / Shift work
Career Path
Leader (group leader) → Supervisor → Site manager → Waste treatment facility staff
Required Skills
Cart operation / Heavy object handling skills / Sorting knowledge
Recommended Skills
Cleaning work / Communication skills / Forklift driving skills / Safety and health knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical strength is essential for long hours of loading/unloading and handling heavy objects. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because it is necessary to cooperate with colleagues. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because there are many easy-to-understand work procedures. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because routine tasks are the main focus. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because quantity management is minimal. |
Aliases
- Recycling collection worker
- Resource recovery worker
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