Tar Sprayer
たーるさんぷこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Construction, Civil Engineering, and Electrical Work Occupations
- Middle : Civil Engineering Occupations
- Minor : Paving Workers
Summary
Specialized technician who sprays heated tar (bitumen) on the road surface as one process of road paving construction to promote adhesion of asphalt mixture.
Description
Tar sprayers are specialists who apply tar (bitumen), the bonding material, to the road surface prior to asphalt paving. They use heated sprayers for proper temperature control, adjusting the application amount and thickness for uniform coating. Before work, they perform machine inspections and safety checks, and proceed with the process in coordination with the team. The job requires long hours outdoors, adaptation to temperature changes, and knowledge of machine operation and maintenance.
Future Outlook
While the demand for maintenance and management of aging roads remains stable, mechanization and automation are expected to advance due to labor shortages and trends toward labor saving.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Cooperative / Physically strong / Resistant to cold environments
Work Style
Dependent on Season and Weather / On-site Work / Outdoor Work / Team Work
Career Path
Paving Worker → Road Paving Construction Manager → Site Agent → Civil Engineering Construction Manager → Site Supervisor
Required Skills
Heated Sprayer Operation / Machine Maintenance / Temperature Control / Thickness Adjustment
Recommended Skills
Knowledge of Responding to Weather Changes / Road Structure / Safety and Health Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is required to spray uniformly without unevenness. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | High physical stamina is required for operating heavy machinery and long hours of outdoor work. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Teamwork is essential as work progresses in collaboration with the team. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work follows prescribed procedures, so creativity is not highly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Work is often judged by experience and visual inspection rather than quantitative calculations. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Slinging Skills Training
- Small Mobile Crane Operation Skills Training
- Vehicle-Type Construction Machinery Operation Skills Training
Aliases
- Bitumen Sprayer
- Tar Spraying Worker
Related Jobs
- Asphalt Paving Worker
- Civil Engineering Worker
- Paving Worker
- Road Paving Construction Manager