Telecom Line Route Maintenance Construction Worker
つうしんせんろほしゅこうじさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Telecom line route maintenance construction workers lay, inspect, and repair telecommunications cables and overhead lines, supporting the stable operation of telecommunications equipment.
Description
Telecom line route maintenance construction workers use utility poles and support structures to lay fiber optic cables and wires, adjust tension, make terminal connections, repair faulty areas, and perform regular inspections. They often work at heights or in bad weather, requiring the use of safety equipment, specialized tools, and quality control. They also check drawings and specifications on site and use measurement devices to verify transmission quality, playing a crucial role in maintaining telecommunications infrastructure stability.
Future Outlook
Demand is expected to remain stable due to the spread of high-speed telecommunications infrastructure such as 5G and FTTH, and the need to update aging equipment. There may be labor shortages due to a declining working population, increasing the importance of technology succession and safety management.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Good Team Player / High Safety Awareness / Physically Fit
Work Style
High-Place Work / On-Site Work / Outdoor Work / Shift Work / Team Work
Career Path
Apprentice Worker → Telecom Line Route Maintenance Worker → Supervisor/Foreman → Supervising Engineer → Construction Manager → Independent/Self-Employed
Required Skills
Fault Diagnosis / Fiber Optic Fusion Splicing Technology / High-Place Work Skills / Overhead Line Laying / Safety Belt and Harness Usage Skills
Recommended Skills
Drone Inspection Operation / English Technical Document Reading / Fiber Optic Meter Operation / Wiring Diagram Reading
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accuracy in not missing small damages or deteriorations is required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is a lot of prolonged high-place work and handling of heavy equipment. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary to quickly identify and address the causes of malfunctions on site. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because it is necessary to calmly carry out work even at heights or in bad weather. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because creative idea generation is not particularly needed. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because calculations and quantitative analysis are minimal. |
Related Qualifications
- First-Class Electrician
- Forklift Operation Training
- High-Place Work Vehicle Operation Training
- Second-Class Electrician
- Small Mobile Crane Operation Training
Aliases
- Telecommunications Cable Maintainer
- Telecommunications Line Stringing Worker
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