Boilermaker (Pressure Vessel)
せいかんこう（あつりょくようき）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Artisan responsible for cutting, bending, welding, and assembling metal plates to manufacture pressure vessels.
Description
Boilermakers (Pressure Vessels) cut and bend metal plates based on drawings and assemble them using TIG welding or arc welding. After completion, they conduct non-destructive testing and pressure tests to ensure safety. Involves heavy work in factory settings and high-temperature environments, requiring accuracy and safety awareness.
Future Outlook
Stable job demand exists due to renewal of aging plant equipment and needs for LNG tanks, etc., but there are concerns about shortages of skilled workers with fine adjustment techniques amid advancing automation.
Personality Traits
Cautious / High concentration / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Factory Work / Heavy Labor / Indoor Work / Safety Gear Required / Shift Work
Career Path
Apprentice Boilermaker → Boilermaker (Pressure Vessel) → Welder Instructor → Quality Control Staff → Manufacturing Line Supervisor → Design and Development Technical Position
Required Skills
Assembly and Finishing / Blueprint Reading (Boilermaking) / Metal Plate Cutting and Bending / Non-Destructive Testing / Pressure Testing / Welding Techniques
Recommended Skills
3D CAD Design / Quality Control Methods (5S, QC) / Reading English Technical Literature / Welding Robot Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High precision is required, as even slight errors can lead to insufficient strength. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical strength due to handling heavy objects and prolonged standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Work mainly follows existing drawings and procedures, with little room for new ideas. |
Related Qualifications
- Arc Welding Skills Training
- Crane Operation Skills Training
- Gas Welding Skills Training
- Second-Class Pressure Vessel Operation Supervisor
- Slinging Skills Training
Aliases
- Pressure Vessel Boilermaker
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