Acetylene Gas Welder
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A skilled trade that uses a mixed flame of acetylene gas and oxygen to weld and cut metal components.
Description
Acetylene gas welders use high-temperature flames produced by mixing acetylene and oxygen to weld and cut steel and non-ferrous metal components. To ensure weld quality, they adjust the flame, perform preheating and post-heating treatments, cleaning, and carry out precise welding based on drawings. They work in diverse environments such as factories, construction sites, plants, and ships, where safety management is crucial due to exposure to high temperatures, sparks, hazardous gases, and handling heavy equipment.
Future Outlook
While stable job openings are expected due to maintenance demand for industrial machinery, construction, and plants, demand for gas welding is gradually declining with the spread of arc welding and automation technologies.
Personality Traits
Cautious / High Safety Awareness / Highly Focused / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
High-place Work / Indoor Factory Work / On-site Work / Outdoor Work / Shift Work
Career Path
Welding Apprentice → Acetylene Gas Welder → Multi-process Welder → Welding Engineer → Welding Quality Manager
Required Skills
Blueprint Reading / Flame Adjustment / Gas Welding Operation / Heat Treatment / Safety Management Knowledge / Weld Bead Formation
Recommended Skills
CAE Software (Welding) / Dissimilar Metal Welding Technology / Strength of Materials / Welding Inspection Technology
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Required for quality control of fine weld beads. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Required due to extensive work in harsh environments for long hours. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Much of the work follows set procedures, limiting creative thinking. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Few complex numerical calculations are needed. |
Related Qualifications
- Gas Welding Skill Training Completion
Aliases
- Acetylene Welder
- Gas Cutting Welder
- Gas Welder
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