Pipe and Sheet Metal Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A construction worker who processes and installs piping, ducts, and metal sheets for buildings and equipment.
Description
Pipe and sheet metal workers handle cutting, bending, welding, and installation of piping, ducts, and metal sheet components for buildings and plant equipment. They read design and construction drawings, select materials and tools, process and assemble on-site, and ensure functionality and safety of equipment, including work at heights and in confined spaces. Work is primarily team-based, collaborating with other trades.
Future Outlook
Stable demand exists due to shortage of skilled workers amid aging population. Manual processing skills continue to be valued despite advances in labor-saving and automation technologies.
Personality Traits
Good Team Player / Meticulous / Physically Fit / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Direct to/from Site / Long-term Business Trips / On-site Work / Shift/Night Work
Career Path
Apprentice → Skilled Worker → Site Foreman → Site Supervisor → Independent Business
Required Skills
Blueprint Reading Ability / Metal Cutting and Forming Technology / Pipe Fitting and Flange Processing / Tool and Machine Operation / Use of Measuring Instruments / Welding Technology (Arc Welding, TIG Welding)
Recommended Skills
Basic Construction Management Knowledge / CAD Operation / Safety and Health Knowledge / Work at Heights
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Dimensional errors are not allowed, requiring precise processing and installation. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical stamina to endure long hours of standing work and handling heavy objects. |
| Stress Tolerance | Due to heavy labor, work at heights, and operations in harsh environments. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily works based on standard drawings, so there is little need for new ideas. |
Related Qualifications
- Arc Welding Skill Training
- Architectural Sheet Metal Technician
- Slinging Skill Training
Aliases
- Pipe Fitter
Related Jobs
- Architectural Sheet Metal Worker
- Duct Worker
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- Welder