Compressor Operator
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that operates and monitors compressors, performs regular inspections and maintenance work, and ensures safe and stable equipment operation.
Description
Compressor operators handle the operation and monitoring of compressors that compress air or gas to a specified pressure, along with daily inspections, maintenance, and repair tasks. Main duties include starting/stopping via operation panels, monitoring pressure and temperature gauges, early detection of abnormal vibrations or unusual sounds, checking piping and valves, replenishing and replacing lubricating oil, and creating maintenance records. Work is common in plant facilities, manufacturing sites, power plants, chemical plants, etc., with shift work and night shifts being standard. Since handling high-temperature and high-pressure equipment, safe work practices and compliance with laws and regulations are required.
Future Outlook
With the introduction of plant automation and remote monitoring technologies, compressor operator duties are becoming more advanced through informatization, requiring efficient operation management skills utilizing IoT and data analysis, while demand for equipment maintenance and safety management remains high.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Cooperative / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Pump Operator → Boiler Operator → Equipment Maintenance Technician → Production Technology → Plant Engineer
Required Skills
Abnormal Vibration and Strange Noise Detection / Daily Inspection / Maintenance Record Creation / Operation Panel Operation / Piping Diagram Understanding / Pressure Gauge and Thermometer Monitoring
Recommended Skills
CAD Piping Drawing Interpretation / Electrical Circuit Basics / Hydraulic and Pneumatic Knowledge / Mechanical Engineering Basic Knowledge / PLC Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High attention to detail is required to not miss even minor abnormalities. |
| Problem Solving | Identifying causes during abnormalities and quick response capabilities are required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine tasks predominate, and original idea generation is not particularly required. |
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