Road Construction Worker
どうろこうじにん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Construction, Civil Engineering, and Electrical Work Occupations
- Middle : Civil Engineering Occupations
- Minor : Paving Workers
Summary
Specialized profession that handles road subbase leveling, paving construction using asphalt or concrete, and finishing work.
Description
Road construction workers serve as specialized technicians in road paving, handling subbase leveling, mixing and spreading of asphalt or concrete, compaction work, and more in an integrated manner. Work is performed outdoors, involving free operation of heavy machinery and specialized equipment while thoroughly managing safety and quality. In recent years, the introduction of environmentally friendly materials and labor-saving machinery has been advancing, requiring skill acquisition and site adaptability.
Future Outlook
Stable demand is expected due to increasing infrastructure maintenance and renewal needs, but advancement in machine operation skills is required accompanying labor-saving measures and new material introductions.
Personality Traits
Good team player / High safety awareness / Meticulous / Physically strong
Work Style
Outdoor work / Seasonal fluctuations / Shift work / Team-based
Career Path
Paving Worker Apprentice → Paving Worker → Chief Paving Worker → Site Supervisor → Civil Engineering Construction Manager
Required Skills
Compaction Work / Paving Construction Technology / Paving Machine Operation / Surveying Equipment Operation
Recommended Skills
Concrete Paving Construction / Quality Management / Safety Management / Surveying Software Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | There is a lot of heavy labor outdoors, requiring high physical stamina. |
| Stress Tolerance | Weather and work pace changes are intense, so strong pressure tolerance is important. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Coordination among multiple people is essential, requiring precise teamwork. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is not highly required as it follows standardized procedures. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Since it centers on basic surveying and numerical management, advanced mathematical analysis is not necessary. |
Related Qualifications
- Civil Engineering Construction Manager (Grade 2 or above)
- Vehicle Construction Machinery Operation Skills Training
Aliases
- Paver
- Paving Worker
- Road Paving Worker
Related Jobs
- Civil Engineering Construction Manager
- Civil Engineering Laborer
- Paving Machine Operator
- Road Maintenance Worker