Boilermaker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that cuts, bends, and welds metal plates to manufacture tanks and containers.
Description
Boilermakers cut, bend, and form metal materials such as steel plates and stainless steel plates, performing welding and assembly to manufacture tanks, containers, piping parts, etc. Based on drawings, they operate processing machines (press brakes, laser cutting machines, shearing machines, etc.) with precise dimensions and join parts using multiple welding techniques such as TIG, arc, and gas welding. They thoroughly implement safety management and quality inspections, with products used in a wide range of fields including industrial plants, chemical factories, and food factories.
Future Outlook
While there is concern about a shortage of skilled technicians due to aging, demand for boilermakers with robot operation skills is expected to remain stable as automation and robot adoption progress.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Meticulous / Physically fit / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Factory work / High-temperature environment / Shifts / Team work
Career Path
Apprentice boilermaker → Boilermaker → Leader boilermaker → Quality manager → Manufacturing manager
Required Skills
Blueprint reading ability / Measuring instrument operation / Safety management knowledge / Sheet metal processing / Welding techniques
Recommended Skills
CAD operation (2D) / Laser cutting machine operation / Quality management / Welding robot programming
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because dimensions and welding quality at weld points directly relate to safety |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical strength is required for transporting heavy metal plates and long hours of welding work |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Work focuses more on following procedures than on elaborate designs |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Focuses more on following work procedures than on calculations |
Related Qualifications
- Arc welding special training
- Gas welding skills training
- Slinging skills training
Related Jobs
- Ironworker
- Pipefitter
- Welder