Used Car Dismantler
ちゅうこしゃかいたいこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A used car dismantler is a specialist who disassembles scrapped or accident-damaged cars to extract reusable parts and metal materials.
Description
Used car dismantlers safely and efficiently disassemble scrapped or accident-damaged vehicles, removing parts such as engines and transmissions, and sorting and processing metals and plastics by material. They handle oil and fluid recovery, waste disposal, adherence to procedures using heavy machinery and tools, and compliance with environmental regulations and safety standards. In recent years, business management as a registered operator under the Automobile Recycling Law and acquiring new skills for handling high-voltage components in EV vehicles have also become important.
Future Outlook
Demand is stable due to strengthened environmental regulations and resource circulation laws, and expansion of job scope is expected through acquiring new technologies such as EV vehicle handling.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Good Team Player / Physically Fit / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Heavy Equipment Operation / Outdoor Factory Work / Shift Work / Team Work
Career Path
Worker → Team Leader → Site Supervisor → Factory Manager → Recycling Business Manager
Required Skills
Compliance with Safety Procedures / Dismantling Tool Operation / Mechanical Knowledge / Metal Parts Identification and Sorting / Waste Disposal
Recommended Skills
Basic Mechanical Maintenance Knowledge / Resource Circulation / Welding Skills (Arc Welding)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because mishandling oils/fluids or misidentifying parts can lead to accidents or quality degradation. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to the need for strong physical strength for transporting heavy parts and continuous work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Procedures are predefined, so creative thinking is rarely needed. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Calculations in work are few, and mathematical analysis is almost unnecessary. |
Related Qualifications
- Crane and Derrick Operator
- Forklift Operation Training
- Slinging Skills Training
Aliases
- Automobile Dismantler
Related Jobs
- Auto Mechanic
- Industrial Waste Disposal Worker
- Scrap Worker