Blast Furnace Maintenance Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that inspects, maintains, and repairs blast furnace equipment at steel mills to maintain stable operation.
Description
Blast furnace maintenance workers maintain stable operation of blast furnace equipment in steel mills by conducting daily inspections, periodic maintenance, refractory repairs, equipment replacements, and troubleshooting. They handle welding, piping repairs, electrical instrumentation adjustments, diagnostics using various measuring instruments, adhere to safety standards, and minimize production losses. They work in teams to efficiently carry out tasks based on work orders and maintenance plans.
Future Outlook
In the iron and steel industry, equipment maintenance is advancing due to production efficiency improvements and cost reductions. The adoption of predictive maintenance technologies using IoT and AI is expanding, and demand is expected to increase steadily.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Patient / Sharp Observation Skills / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Business Trips / Night Shift / Plant Assignment / Shift Work / Team Work
Career Path
Blast Furnace Maintenance Worker (Junior) → Blast Furnace Maintenance Engineer → Senior Maintenance Engineer → Maintenance Department Leader → Equipment Maintenance Manager → Plant Engineer
Required Skills
Maintenance and Inspection Skills / Piping Repair Skills / Refractory Repair Skills / Safety and Health Knowledge / Welding Skills (Arc Welding, Gas Welding)
Recommended Skills
Electrical Instrumentation Knowledge / IoT Sensor Technology / Predictive Maintenance / Project Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Flexibility to respond to changes in work environments or processes is necessary. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is required to not miss abnormalities in fine parts or refractories. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is needed to endure high temperatures and heavy labor. |
| Problem Solving | The ability to quickly identify and address the causes of equipment troubles is essential. |
| Stress Tolerance | High composure is required during emergency troubleshooting. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical analysis is minimal, mainly basic numerical checks. |
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- Boiler Technician
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- High-Pressure Gas Manufacturing Safety Manager
Aliases
- Blast Furnace Maintenance Technician
- Plant Maintenance Worker
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- Iron and Steel Engineer
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