Road Sweeper (Sweeper) Driver
どうろせいそうしゃ（すぃーぱー）うんてんしゅ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Road sweeper (sweeper) drivers operate specialized cleaning vehicles to remove gravel, fallen leaves, and garbage from roads, maintaining road safety and aesthetics.
Description
Road sweeper drivers operate and handle special vehicles equipped with cleaning devices to remove gravel, garbage, and fallen leaves, responsible for road preservation and aesthetic maintenance. They mainly patrol designated routes in the early morning or at night, adjusting brush rotation speeds and suction power to efficiently clean road surfaces. They also perform pre-operation vehicle inspections, simple maintenance, cleaning of garbage collection boxes, and creation and reporting of work records. During operations, they must pay close attention to traffic conditions, pedestrians, and cyclists to ensure safe work. They may belong to local governments or private cleaning companies and carry out tasks in collaboration with teams.
Future Outlook
Stable job openings are expected due to the demand for public infrastructure maintenance. Although automation technology and labor-saving equipment are being introduced, skills as machine operators will continue to be important.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Cooperative / Diligent / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Early Morning and Late Night Shifts / Municipal Contract / Outdoor Work / Shift Work / Team Work
Career Path
Group Leader → Vehicle Maintenance Staff → Operations Manager → Cleaning Supervisor
Required Skills
Cleaning Equipment Operation / Daily Inspection and Maintenance / Traffic Safety Management / Vehicle Driving Skills
Recommended Skills
Basic Communication Skills / Basic Mechanical Maintenance Knowledge / Initial Response / Route Planning
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accuracy is required to not miss fine dirt or machine abnormalities. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because sustained physical strength is required for long hours of driving and vehicle inspections. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because it is necessary to respond calmly to work on roads with heavy traffic or in bad weather. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because it basically follows prescribed procedures. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical analysis is minimal, focusing on simple measurement data. |
Related Qualifications
- Driver's License
Aliases
- Road Surface Sweeper Driver
- Sweeper Driver
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