Oxy-acetylene gas welder
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that heats and melts metal using a burner combusting oxygen and acetylene to join or cut it.
Description
Oxy-acetylene gas welders operate burners that mix and combust oxygen and acetylene gas to weld or cut metal members. They are used in manufacturing and repair sites for architectural structures, piping, tanks, and machine parts, performing degreasing and polishing as pre-treatment, and slag removal and polishing as post-treatment. Since they handle high-temperature flames and gas cylinders, safety inspections before and after work and wearing protective gear are essential. Work environments include both indoors and outdoors, with possible work in confined spaces or at heights.
Future Outlook
While stable demand is expected mainly in manufacturing and construction industries, the advancement of manual skills is required due to the spread of automation and robot welding.
Personality Traits
Cautious and responsible / Excellent observation skills / High concentration
Work Style
Career Path
Apprentice/assistant → Oxy-acetylene gas welder → Certified welder → Welder instructor → Quality control engineer → Manufacturing manager
Required Skills
Cut surface finishing / Oxygen burner operation / Safety device inspection and maintenance / Surface pre-treatment / Torch selection / Weld dimension measurement
Recommended Skills
Metal material knowledge / Quality control (non-destructive testing) / Welding drawing interpretation / Welding technology
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute welding defects can affect structural strength. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to handling heavy equipment and requiring long hours of standing work. |
| Stress Tolerance | Need to endure high-temperature environments and tense work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is not highly required as work follows procedures. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Involves little complex mathematical analysis, mainly reading basic measurements. |
Related Qualifications
- Gas welding skill training completion
- High-pressure gas handling supervisor
Aliases
- Acetylene gas welder
- Gas welder
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