Well Driller
ぼーりんぐさくせいこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialist who operates boring machines for underground geological surveys and well drilling, performing excavation, core sampling, and groundwater sample collection.
Description
Well drillers operate boring machines at survey, construction, and development sites to extract underground geological core samples and groundwater. They inspect the site beforehand, set up and adjust the machinery, proceed with drilling, retrieve cores at appropriate intervals, label and store samples, and measure depths. They also handle machine maintenance, safety checks, and preparation of work reports. The work mainly involves operating heavy machinery outdoors and is often done in teams.
Future Outlook
Demand for boring work is stable to increasing due to growing geological survey needs for aging infrastructure repairs and renewable energy development. Introduction of automation technology will advance machine operation skills.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Sub Operator → Main Operator → Chief Operator → Site Supervisor → Geological Survey Technician
Required Skills
Boring Machine Operation / Depth Measurement / Drilling Procedures / Geological Core Sampling Management
Recommended Skills
Machine Maintenance / Safety Management / Soil Sample Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High attention to detail is required for drilling accuracy and sample management. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for long hours of outdoor work and heavy machinery operation. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Work is routine, emphasizing procedure adherence over originality. |
Related Qualifications
- Slinging Skills Training
- Vehicle-mounted Construction Machinery Operator (Excavation Type)
Aliases
- Boring Operator
- Boring Worker
Related Jobs
- Civil Engineering Worker
- Construction Machinery Operator
- Ground Investigation Engineer