Equipment Piping Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialized technical job involving the design, construction, and maintenance of piping in plants and industrial equipment.
Description
Equipment piping workers, in industrial facilities such as power plants, chemical plants, and manufacturing factories, cut and bend pipe materials based on piping design drawings, and perform welding and joining operations. After construction, they conduct leak tests and non-destructive inspections, and handle thermal insulation/cold insulation work and periodic maintenance. They handle a variety of materials such as steel, stainless steel, non-ferrous metals, and resin pipes, and are required to manage sites with thorough safety and hygiene. Collaboration in teams is common, requiring flexible adaptability to site environments and high technical skills.
Future Outlook
Stable demand is expected due to the increase in domestic plant equipment renewal and new construction projects. The value of personnel with specialized technical skills is rising with the expansion of energy-saving/environmental measure equipment and renewable energy-related plants.
Personality Traits
Cautious and meticulous / Cooperative / Physically strong / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Domestic business trips / On-site stationed / Shift / Weekends and holidays work
Career Path
Apprentice Piping Worker → Equipment Piping Worker → Chief Piping Worker → Construction Management Engineer → Plant Engineer
Required Skills
Blueprint Reading Ability / Leak Test / Piping Processing Technology / Welding (Arc Welding, TIG Welding)
Recommended Skills
CAD Design (Piping) / English Document Reading / Safety and Health Management / Thermal Insulation and Cold Insulation Construction
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To prevent leaks due to dimensional errors or construction defects. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because handling heavy objects and long hours of work are common. |
| Problem Solving | Necessary for responding to construction troubles on site. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because the degree of design freedom is low, and construction is mainly based on predetermined drawings. |
Related Qualifications
- Gas Welding Skill Training
- Pipe Construction Management Engineer (1st/2nd Grade)
- Piping Technician (1st/2nd/3rd Grade)
Aliases
- Facility Piping Worker
- Plant Piping Worker
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- Architectural Piping Worker
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