Underground Communication Cable Laying Worker
ちかつうしんケーブルふせつさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Underground communication cable laying workers are specialized technicians who lay telecommunications cables underground and perform connection, protection, testing, and maintenance.
Description
Underground communication cable laying workers are specialists in underground cable construction that supports telecommunications infrastructure. They confirm locations and duct routes through site surveys, install ducts using trench excavators or pipe jacking machines, insert and pull in cables, perform connections and sealing in joint boxes, apply waterproof seals, and conduct continuity and loss measurements using telecommunications testing equipment. After construction, they restore the ground and handle maintenance and inspections. During the construction period, they manage safety and health, coordinate with neighbors, and work efficiently in teams.
Future Outlook
With the advancement of telecommunications infrastructure and 5G backhaul demand, new laying construction is on the rise. Maintenance demand is also high, and technician shortages are an issue, but efficiency improvements are expected through automation and remote construction technologies.
Personality Traits
Has cooperativeness / High safety awareness / Meticulous / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Day shift / Night work / On-site resident / Outdoor work / Team work
Career Path
Junior worker → Leader → Site supervisor → Construction management technician (telecommunications) → Construction department manager
Required Skills
Cable laying / Construction drawing interpretation / Excavation machine operation / Joint connection and sealing construction / Safety and health management / Telecommunications testing equipment operation
Recommended Skills
CAD operation / Fiber optic fusion splicing technology / GIS/GPS surveying / Hazard prediction activities / Project management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Need to flexibly adapt to changes in weather or underground conditions. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small mistakes can lead to communication failures. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | To handle laying heavy cables and long hours of outdoor work. |
| Problem Solving | Need to respond flexibly to unexpected obstacles. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | To collaborate with multiple people and proceed with work efficiently. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Procedures are routine, with relatively few opportunities to demonstrate creativity. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced calculations are few; mainly measurements and distance calculations. |
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Aliases
- Telecommunications Cable Laying Worker
- Underground Cable Construction Worker
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