Surface Track Worker
こうがいきどういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Civil engineering worker who lays, maintains, and repairs rails and sleepers for narrow-gauge tracks installed in the surface area of mines.
Description
Surface track workers target narrow-gauge tracks laid in surface areas of mines or factories, performing rail and sleeper laying, ballast leveling, rail gauge and level measurement and adjustment, and repair work. They operate hand tools, track jacks, rail benders, etc., and are responsible for safe and accurate track management. The work centers on outdoor site operations handling heavy machinery and tools, carried out in collaboration with a team.
Future Outlook
Demand for maintenance and renewal of aging railway infrastructure and mine-dedicated lines remains stable, and as mechanization and ICT advance to improve work efficiency, the importance of surface track workers with specialized skills increases.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / High concentration / High safety awareness / Meticulous / Physically fit
Work Style
Career Path
Track worker apprentice → Track worker → Group leader → Site supervisor → Construction management technician
Required Skills
Ballast alignment and compaction / Construction drawing interpretation / Hand tool operation / Measurement equipment operation / Rail laying technology / Track jack operation
Recommended Skills
Forklift operation skills / Slinging skills / Small mobile crane operation skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because subtle misalignments in rails or sleepers affect safety. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical strength is needed to handle heavy equipment and endure long hours of outdoor work. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Work often involves collaboration with multiple people, requiring cooperativeness. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine tasks predominate, and creative thinking is hardly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical analysis is not required. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Training Course
- Slinging Skills Training
- Small Mobile Crane Operation Training Course
Related Jobs
- Railway Track Worker
- Track Construction Worker
- Track Maintenance Worker