Large Burner Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialized technical job that uses large oxygen/fuel gas burners to heat and cut thick plates such as steel. Used in shipbuilding, building structures, plant piping work, etc.
Description
Large burner workers use burner equipment with oxygen and fuel gases such as acetylene to heat and cut (thermal severance) steel plates and structural materials. They trace heating lines based on drawings and dimensional instructions to ensure precise cut surfaces. They also handle burner gas pressure and nozzle adjustments, removal of cutting dross after cutting, and inspection/maintenance of safety devices. They mainly work in shipyards, structural steel factories, and plant construction sites, requiring strict safety management and wearing of protective gear due to handling high-temperature flames.
Future Outlook
While stable demand for personnel is expected due to needs in shipbuilding and construction fields, there is a trend toward requiring higher skills and equipment operation knowledge due to automation and introduction of robot cutting technology
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Assistant Worker (Apprentice) → Large Burner Worker → Site Leader → Quality Manager
Required Skills
Blueprint Reading Ability / Burner Operation / Cutting Line Tracing Technique / Safety Management Knowledge / Slag Removal Technique
Recommended Skills
CAD (Basic) / Crane Operation / English Technical Document Reading / Welding Skills (Arc Welding)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Deviation in the cutting line can lead to product defects or safety accidents |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Handles heavy burners and hoses, and involves a lot of standing work for long periods |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly follows existing cutting procedures, with little need for idea generation |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Mainly simple dimension measurement, no need for advanced calculations |
Related Qualifications
- Arc Welding Special Education
- Gas Welding Skills Training
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- Gas Cutter
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