Protecting the world's infrastructure with rope access technology
Keystone Co., Ltd. is Japan’s foremost inspection and survey specialist company, and the first to introduce rope access technology to the country.
With a proud 35-year accident-free track record, we are driven by a strong sense of mission to protect both society and its infrastructure.
We are currently seeking new team members to grow with us as we expand our operations!
• Positions Available: New graduates, recent graduates, and mid-career professionals
• Location: Kyoto Headquarters (No transfers)
• Employment Type: Full-time (with full social insurance coverage)
Our job is to inspect and assess the stability of infrastructure structures, rock walls, and slopes, helping safeguard communities from natural and man-made disasters.
Utilizing rope access technology, we safely approach high and difficult-to-reach areas that others cannot access. The work is a balanced mix of field operations and desk work, making it more of a mental challenge than physical labor.
On assignment, you’ll be surrounded by nature and experience the excitement of working in environments that demand focus and responsibility—while also being genuinely rewarding and engaging.
Freedom, Fulfillment, and … ○○○.
The more effort you put in, the more your future opens up.
At our company, there’s no such thing as working like a corporate slave. (No overwork or exploitation.)
As for what ○○○ stands for—
Find out for yourself at the interview.
Outstanding benefits and high employee satisfaction.
Start and end times, working hours, workdays, and vacations—everything is flexible!
You can prioritize your personal life and family time.
Even with this freedom, you are employed as a full-time staff member with full benefits.
Your efforts are fairly evaluated, and your compensation increases accordingly.
In your first year, you’ll start with a fixed monthly salary of ¥200,000–¥400,000, plus various allowances.
After about a year, you can transition to a performance-based pay system and aim for an above-average annual income for your age group.
Expect 50–100 days of day trips or short-term business trips per year.
You’ll gain valuable experience at various sites across the country.
The more effort you put in, the more you’ll be recognized and rewarded.
If you enjoy thinking for yourself, want meaningful work, and love learning—we’re waiting for you.
• Those with a “just-follow-orders” mindset common in traditional salaried jobs.
• Those looking for a labor-intensive, heavy-duty fieldworker (construction-style) role.
Our proprietary rope access technology, SORAT, enhances the safety and practicality of internationally recognized rope access systems.
It is a world-class method with rigorous safety controls and technical excellence that we are proud to represent.
With a zero-accident record since our founding, safety is our top priority above all else.
Our seasoned professionals provide thorough training—from on-site procedures to risk avoidance methods—so you can gain skills with complete peace of mind and protection.
We’re here to fully support your new challenge.
Start by contacting us via email.
Please include a brief profile and a self-introduction.
Send to:
keystone@rope-access.co.jp
Applicants who pass the initial screening will receive an email invitation for an interview or informal meeting.
Instead of a formal interview, we conduct a “casual meeting” style session.
Let’s have a relaxed and open conversation.
You’ll also be invited to take a tour of our company—and you may even get to try out rope access yourself.
The final decision is mutual.
We’ll ask you to decide whether you want to grow with Keystone.
After about one year, if you’ve acquired the necessary skills and knowledge, you can switch to a fully performance-based pay system.Your effort will be directly reflected in your compensation, with the potential to earn an income exceeding the average for your age group.
We fully support your growth and career advancement through this step-by-step system!
I knew we didn’t have fixed clock-in times, but I was still surprised to see people showing up at 10 or 11 AM… and some leaving at 3 PM. Turns out, coming in at all isn’t always necessary.
“Sense of purpose?” It’s a little embarrassing to say, but things like bridge inspections and tackling infrastructure aging—those are serious responsibilities.
I was shocked to get a bonus. If we finish a 3-day job in 2 days by working hard, we might get paid for 2.5 days.
I used to be afraid of driving, but they let me practice with one of the company’s smaller cars—and now I can drive!
Everyone is given high-spec desktops, laptops, tablets, and Wi-Fi routers. We have full support for remote and at-home work.
The complete flex-time system means if you love your work, you can do it as much as you want. But if you’re not into the job, it might be tough.
Q. Isn’t the work dangerous?
A. It might seem that way, but we’ve had zero accidents in 35 years.
Q. I only graduated high school…
A. As long as you’re motivated, your education doesn’t matter.
Q. Are most of your staff former climbers?
A. No, most are from ordinary backgrounds. Everyone is trained and certified as a technician.
Q. I have a family and small children.
A. Our flexible schedule and time management make it easy to balance work and childcare.
Q. What about retirement age? Isn’t it a physical job?
A. There are important non-physical tasks too. Even veterans can thrive here.
Q. Is side work allowed?
A. After you’ve become fully trained and capable, yes.
Q. I want to start my own business eventually…
A. That’s great—we’ll fully support your independence.
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