Boiler Operator
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves operating, monitoring, and maintaining boilers installed in factories, buildings, and other facilities to supply safe and stable steam or hot water.
Description
Boiler Operators manage the operation and control of boilers installed in facilities such as factories and buildings. They monitor various instruments including fuel input amounts, combustion status, steam pressure, temperature, and water levels, and operate combustion control devices and safety valves to maintain stable steam and hot water supply. They conduct regular inspections and maintenance work, respond to legally required inspections, and in the event of abnormalities, investigate the causes and implement prompt countermeasures. They often work in shifts for 24-hour operation monitoring, requiring a high level of safety awareness and concentration.
Future Outlook
With the promotion of energy efficiency and decarbonization, the adoption of high-efficiency boilers and automation technologies is advancing. Operators will need control technologies and data analysis skills, and adaptability to new technologies such as biomass boilers will become crucial.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Calm demeanor / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Apprentice Operator → Boiler Operator → Chief Operator → Equipment Management Supervisor → Plant Engineer
Required Skills
Boiler Operation / Equipment Inspection and Maintenance / Instrumentation Control Device Operation / Safety Management
Recommended Skills
Basics of Thermodynamics / Control Systems / Mechanical Maintenance / Welding and Piping Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To ensure safety by paying attention to minute changes in instrument readings. |
| Problem Solving | Required to identify causes of abnormalities and implement countermeasures. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily routine tasks, so creativity is not particularly required. |
Related Qualifications
- 1st Class Boiler Engineer
- 2nd Class Boiler Engineer
Aliases
- Boiler Operator
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