Water Gate Operator (Agricultural Water)
すいもんそうさいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that involves operating water gates, managing water levels, and inspecting facilities to maintain appropriate water supply to farmland.
Description
Water gate operators (agricultural water) operate water gates and gates installed in rivers and irrigation canals, appropriately supplying and adjusting irrigation water and drainage to farmland. They perform daily water level measurements, inspections of mechanical equipment, simple maintenance work, and emergency responses in the event of abnormalities. They belong to local governments or agricultural cooperatives and often work shifts based on operation plans according to seasons and weather.
Future Outlook
While ICT-based remote monitoring and automation technologies are advancing, on-site operation and maintenance needs are expected to remain stable.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Local government or JA affiliation / Outdoor work / Shift including nights
Career Path
Apprentice Water Gate Operator → Water Gate Operator → Water Utilization Facility Management Supervisor → Agricultural Civil Engineering Position
Required Skills
Mechanical Maintenance (Basic) / Water Gate Operation Technology / Water Level Measurement
Recommended Skills
Agricultural Irrigation / Mechanical Maintenance and Inspection Technology / Safety Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy is needed to not miss subtle changes in water levels. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is a lot of outdoor patrolling and machine operation, physical stamina is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because accurate work following procedures is required rather than creative thinking. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because operation procedures and equipment structures are standard, and there are few major knowledge updates. |
Aliases
- Irrigation Gate Operator
- Water Gate Manager
- Water Utilization Operator
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- Agricultural Civil Engineer
- Dam Operator
- Irrigation Canal Manager