Track Paving Stone Worker
きどうほせきさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves spreading and leveling crushed stone (ballast) on the subgrade beneath railway tracks to form the roadbed that supports rails and sleepers.
Description
Track paving stone workers load crushed stone (ballast) into the ballast bed section of railway tracks, spread and level it, and form and adjust the roadbed using compaction machines and hand tools. They check track height, level, and superelevation (cant) with surveying instruments and levels, and construct precisely based on design drawings. Dividing roles in a team, they combine heavy equipment operation and manual work to proceed, followed by quality inspections and safety checks. Primarily outdoor work requires adapting to weather and seasonal conditions.
Future Outlook
Stable job openings are expected due to demand for railway infrastructure maintenance. Advances in labor-saving and robotization emphasize advanced skills and proficiency even more.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / High Safety Awareness / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Track Paving Stone Assistant Worker → Track Paving Stone Worker → Foreman → Site Agent (Supervisor) → Civil Engineering Construction Manager
Required Skills
Ballast Spreading and Leveling Technique / Compaction Machine Operation / Heavy Equipment Operation / Surveying (Level Measurement) / Track Adjustment
Recommended Skills
Civil Engineering Fundamentals / Quality Management / Railway Track Maintenance Management / Safety Management Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Involves working while adapting to changes in weather and site conditions. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Requires precise adjustment of track height and level. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires stamina to continue heavy machinery operation and manual work for long periods. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Efficient construction advances through collaboration among multiple people. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily involves construction according to instructions rather than creative thinking. |
| Planning & Organization | Work planning is done by superiors, with construction following instructions. |
Related Qualifications
- Compaction Machinery Operator
- Vehicle-Type Construction Machinery Operator (Grading, etc.)
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