Temple Guard (excluding monks (watch monks))
てらばん（そうりょ（ばんそう）をのぞく）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession involving management tasks related to temple operations, such as facility management, security, patrol inspections, door opening/closing duties, excluding monk duties.
Description
Temple guards are stationed at temple facilities either permanently or on rotation, handling tasks such as opening/closing doors, key management, inspection and cleaning of buildings, equipment, and Buddhist items, security, and visitor reception. They do not participate in monk duties like conducting rituals or ceremonies, focusing mainly on facility safety and maintenance. Depending on the situation, they also prepare simple reports and submit them to temple operators.
Future Outlook
Although the number of temples is declining, there is stable demand for facility management through outsourcing. The introduction of labor-saving systems and IoT for remote monitoring may advance, increasing the value of personnel with specialized skills in equipment management and security.
Personality Traits
Meticulous / Patient / Polite and Courteous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Full-time / Night Shifts Available / Part-time Possible / Shift Work
Career Path
Temple Facility Management Staff → Night Watchman → Building Manager → Security Guard
Required Skills
Facility Cleaning / Fire Equipment Inspection / Key Management / Patrol Inspection / Report Writing
Recommended Skills
Basic Electrical and Water Facility Maintenance / Communication Skills / First Aid / Security Guard Qualification
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is essential to not miss abnormalities in equipment or keys. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical stamina due to patrols and night shifts. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily routine tasks, so little creativity is required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Almost no quantitative analysis tasks. |
Related Jobs
- Building Manager
- Night Watchman
- Security Guard