Skidding Worker
しゅうざいさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishery Occupations
- Middle : Forestry Occupations
- Minor : Logging and Timber Processing Workers
Summary
A job that uses collection tools and machinery to transport and organize felled logs from the forest interior to the stacking yard.
Description
Skidding workers are specialists who safely and efficiently transport and organize felled timber from the forest interior to the stacking yard. They operate yarding machinery such as winches, skidders, and forwarders, perform bucking and rigging with chainsaws, and load stacked logs. Work often takes place on steep slopes or in bad weather, making safety management and risk reduction through coordination essential. They are also required to have the skills to assess terrain and tree characteristics, plan and execute optimal transport routes and equipment placement.
Future Outlook
The shortage of forestry workers is becoming severe, and stable demand is expected going forward. While mechanization advances, the value of technicians who can operate equipment safely and efficiently will increase.
Personality Traits
High Safety Awareness / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility / Team-oriented
Work Style
Outdoor Work / Seasonal Busy Periods / Shift Work / Team Work / Travel Involving Overnight Stays
Career Path
Skidding Worker (Junior) → Site Foreman → Forestry Technician → Forestry Machinery Operator → Forestry Business Manager
Required Skills
Basic Chainsaw Operation / Safety Management (Rigging) / Tree Assessment / Yarding Machinery Operation
Recommended Skills
Basic Mechanical Maintenance Knowledge / First Aid / Forklift Operation / Surveying Equipment Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Need to flexibly respond to changes in weather and terrain. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Involves long hours of heavy labor and work in bad weather, requiring physical stamina. |
| Stress Tolerance | Much work is done in harsh environments, requiring mental resilience to stress. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Necessary for safe coordination in group work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Advanced logical analysis is not required. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Execution of prescribed procedures is valued more than creativity. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Physical labor is primary rather than quantitative analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Chainsaw Handling Operator Training Course
- Forklift Operation Training Course
- Small Vehicle Construction Machinery Operator
Related Jobs
- Bucking Worker
- Forestry Machinery Operator
- Logging Worker