Timber Transport Worker
うんざいさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishery Occupations
- Middle : Forestry Occupations
- Minor : Logging and Timber Processing Workers
Summary
A profession that safely transports felled timber from within the forest to the skidding or collection point.
Description
Timber transport workers are specialists who move felled timber from inside the forest to skidding points or forest roads. They operate machinery and equipment such as forwarders, skidders, and wire ropes, handling loading and transport tasks in steep slopes or narrow areas. Safety management, planning considering terrain and weather conditions, and teamwork are essential, and they are also required to have maintenance skills for heavy equipment and emergency response capabilities.
Future Outlook
In aging forestry sites, mechanization and ICT utilization are advancing, increasing demand for skills and machine operation techniques to address labor shortages. From the perspectives of sustainable forest management and environmental conservation, the role of specialized technicians is becoming increasingly important.
Personality Traits
High safety awareness / Physically strong / Strong sense of responsibility / Team-oriented
Work Style
On-Site Stationed / Outdoor Work / Seasonal Employment / Shift Work
Career Path
Timber Transport Worker (Junior) → Team Leader → Logging and Log Processing Worker → Forestry Machine Operator → Site Supervisor
Required Skills
Basic Chainsaw Operation / Compliance with Safety Procedures / Forwarder and Skidder Operation / Steep Slope Extraction / Yarding Work
Recommended Skills
First Aid / Forestry Cable Yarding System / GPS Positioning Technology / Heavy Equipment Maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Must flexibly respond to changes in forest environments and weather. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is crucial in machine operation and safety management. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical endurance is essential for long hours of outdoor work and handling heavy loads. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | On-site collaboration directly impacts safety and efficiency. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mostly follows standard procedures, and creative thinking is not highly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Calculations and numerical analysis are limited. |
Related Qualifications
- Chainsaw Handling Special Education Completion
- Small Special Vehicle Driver's License
Related Jobs
- Forest Technician
- Forestry Machine Operator
- Log Processing Worker
- Logging Worker