Gas Welder (Gas Welding)
がすこう（がすようせつ）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing technician who welds and cuts metal members using a flame mixed with oxygen and combustible gas.
Description
Gas welders (gas welding) are specialists who use high-temperature flames generated by burning oxygen and combustible gases with a burner to heat, melt, join, or cut metal members. They are used in various fields such as automotive parts, construction materials, shipbuilding, and plant equipment. They require high safety awareness and precise work execution, including equipment inspections before work, gas piping and pressure adjustments, torch tip selection, and confirmation of weld seam finishes.
Future Outlook
Even as manufacturing becomes more automated and labor-saving, demand for personnel with specialized gas welding skills remains high. Market value is expected to remain stable due to the need for coordination with robot welding and対応 to high-quality, high-precision welding.
Personality Traits
Cautious / High concentration / High safety awareness / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Contract Work / Factory Work / On-site Work / Outdoor Work / Shift Work
Career Path
Apprentice Gas Welder → Gas Welder → Welding Technician → Welding Supervisor → Quality Control Staff → Welding Instructor
Required Skills
Gas Mixture Ratio Adjustment / Gas Piping and Pressure Adjustment / Gas Welding Operation / Torch Selection / Weld Bead Management
Recommended Skills
Arc Welding / CAD Drawing Interpretation / English Technical Document Reading / Non-Destructive Testing / TIG Welding Basics
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is necessary to ensure the quality of weld seams. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | High physical strength is required for work in high-temperature environments and handling heavy objects. |
| Problem Solving | Quick identification of causes and countermeasures are required in case of welding defects or equipment troubles. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is minimal as work follows prescribed procedures. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Complex numerical calculations are few. |
Related Qualifications
- Gas Welding Skill Training Completion
Aliases
- Gas Welder
Related Jobs
- Arc Welder
- Cutting Worker
- Plasma Welder
- TIG Welder