Scraper Operator
すくれーぱーうんてんこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialist who operates scrapers to perform excavation, transportation, and leveling of soil and sand in construction machinery operation.
Description
Scraper operators handle scrapers (large soil excavation and transportation machines) used in road construction and site development projects. They efficiently scoop up soil and sand, transport it from the site to the discharge point, and repeatedly level the ground using the grading bar. Based on terrain and design drawings, they achieve high-precision grading through precise machine operation and safety checks. Machine inspections, simple maintenance, and team coordination are also essential.
Future Outlook
Stable demand is expected due to infrastructure development needs, but with advances in mechanization and automation in the construction industry, acquiring remote operation and autonomous driving skills may become necessary in the future.
Personality Traits
Cautious with a sense of responsibility / High concentration / Strong spatial awareness
Work Style
Career Path
Heavy Equipment Operator Apprentice → Scraper Operator → Heavy Equipment Operation Leader → Site Supervisor
Required Skills
Heavy Equipment Operation / Safety Checks and Risk Management / Scraper Operation / Site Drawing Interpretation
Recommended Skills
First Aid / GPS Grading System Operation / Machine Maintenance / Radio Communication Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because it is necessary to flexibly respond to changes in site conditions and weather. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because precision is required to adjust subtle ground elevation differences. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because endurance for tension during heavy equipment operations and deadline pressure is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because routine tasks are the main focus rather than creative thinking. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because on-site intuition is valued more than advanced calculations. |
Related Qualifications
- Large Special Vehicle License
- Vehicle Construction Machinery Operation Skills Training (for Grading, Transportation, and Loading)
Aliases
- Scraper Operator
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