Boiler Installer (Shipbuilding)
ぼいらーとりつけこう（せんぱくせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing technician who installs, pipes, adjusts, and conducts test runs for boilers and pressure vessels mounted on ships.
Description
Boiler Installer (Shipbuilding) is a specialist who installs and pipes pressure vessels such as ship boilers and heat exchangers at manufacturing sites, and performs alignment adjustments, pressure tests, and leak inspections. Structures are assembled through processes such as steel plate cutting and forming, arc welding or gas welding, and tightening of piping joints, ensuring performance and safety in accordance with construction drawings. Work is progressed in teams, responsible for a wide range of processes from crane handling to finishing insulation and anti-corrosion treatment.
Future Outlook
Stable job demand is expected in line with the needs for shipbuilding and repair. Amid progress in labor-saving and automation technologies, there is growing demand for personnel with advanced construction management skills and welding expertise.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Good team player / Physically fit / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Indoor and outdoor work / On-site work / Shift work / Shipyard employment / Team work
Career Path
Apprentice Boiler Installer → Boiler Installer → Advanced Boiler Installer → Group Leader・Leader → Construction Management Technician
Required Skills
Boiler Installation / Leak Inspection・Pressure Testing / Metal Cutting and Forming Technology / Piping Construction Technology / Reading Construction and Design Drawings / Welding Technology (Arc Welding, Gas Welding)
Recommended Skills
CAD Operation (2D) / Crane and Slinging Skills / Measuring Instrument Operation / Reading English Technical Documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute misalignments or leaks affect safety |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical strength is needed for handling heavy components, etc. |
| Problem Solving | Because the ability to quickly resolve issues occurring on site is required |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because there is a lot of work following standardized procedures |
Related Qualifications
- Arc Welding Special Education
- Boiler Technician (Grade 1・2)
- Gas Welding Skill Training
- High Pressure Gas Manufacturing Safety Manager (Boiler)
Aliases
- Boiler Installation Worker
- Ship Boiler Installer
Related Jobs
- Machine Assembler
- Pipefitter
- Pressure Vessel Maintenance Worker
- Welder