Transfer Worker (Garbage Transfer Station)
つみかえさぎょういん（ごみちゅうけいじょ）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that involves sorting and handling garbage brought by collection trucks at a garbage transfer station and transferring it to large transport vehicles.
Description
Transfer workers are responsible for efficiently transferring combustible garbage, non-combustible garbage, resource garbage, etc., brought by garbage collection trucks to designated containers or large vehicles. They perform tasks such as moving and securing containers, cargo handling using forklifts or manual labor, sorting, and safety and hygiene management, supporting smooth transportation to the next processing facility. The work mainly involves standing in outdoor or semi-outdoor workplaces, wearing work clothes and safety equipment, and dealing with odors, dirt, and weather changes.
Future Outlook
While waste treatment has stable demand as social infrastructure, the burden of physical labor is expected to decrease with advances in mechanization and automation.
Personality Traits
Can work steadily and silently / Has cooperativeness / Has hygiene awareness / Physically strong
Work Style
Outdoor work / Part-time and contract employees possible / Shift work / Standing work
Career Path
Transfer Worker → Site Leader → Supervisor → Waste Treatment Facility Manager
Required Skills
Basic Hygiene Management Knowledge / Cargo Handling Work / Forklift Operation Skills / Waste Handling Knowledge
Recommended Skills
Environmental Conservation Knowledge / Machine Maintenance / Safety and Health Regulations Knowledge / Team Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is long hours of standing work and handling of heavy objects. |
| Stress Tolerance | Stress tolerance is required because work continues in odorous and dirty environments. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because there are many simple repetitive tasks, and advanced analysis is not required. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is low because it follows limited work procedures. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because almost no mathematical processing is required. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
Aliases
- Garbage Transfer Station Worker
- Transfer Station Worker
Related Jobs
- Cargo Handler
- Cleaning Worker
- Garbage Collection Worker
- Septic Tank Emptying Worker
- Waste Treatment Facility Worker