Scaffolding Worker
とびさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Construction worker who assembles and dismantles scaffolding at heights, transports materials, and supports the safety and work efficiency of construction sites.
Description
Scaffolding workers primarily assemble and dismantle scaffolding at construction sites, while also handling material transport, positioning, and support tasks. Much of the work involves heights, requiring reliable operations using safety harnesses and rope work. They collaborate as a team to quickly and accurately build scaffolding, preparing the work environment for other workers. With accumulated experience and improved skills, they may take on roles such as foreman or master, managing sites and training juniors.
Future Outlook
Stable job openings are expected due to demand from public works and private construction. With advancing safety management and challenges in skill succession, the focus will be on training skilled workers and coexistence with foreign laborers.
Personality Traits
Good teamwork / High physical ability / High safety awareness
Work Style
Artisan Group / Daily Employment / Permanent Employment / Subcontracting
Career Path
見習い鳶 → 鳶職人 → 親方・職長 → 施工管理技士 → 独立・起業
Required Skills
Architectural Drawing Reading / Rope Work / Scaffolding Assembly Skills / Steel Structure Assembly Assistance
Recommended Skills
CAD Basics / Forklift Operation Skills / Slinging Skills / Small Mobile Crane Operation Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Need to respond to changes in weather and site conditions. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Even minor installation errors can lead to serious accidents. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical strength to handle heavy materials and endure long hours at heights. |
| Stress Tolerance | Need to work calmly even under tension from high-altitude operations. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Coordination is essential as scaffolding is assembled by multiple people. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Compliance with procedures is emphasized over creative thinking. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Focuses on simple dimension reading rather than complex calculations. |
Related Qualifications
- Foreman/Safety and Health Officer Training
- Scaffolding Assembly Work Supervisor
Aliases
- Rigger
- Scaffolder
Related Jobs
- Crane Operator
- Scaffolder
- Steel Structure Assembler