Tank Installation Worker
たんくとりつけこうじにん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves installing various tanks used in factories and plants, connecting piping, welding, and securing them. It requires handling heavy objects and safety management.
Description
Tank Installation Workers are specialists who install, secure, and connect piping for tanks used in factories, plants, and water/sewage facilities. After foundation work and anchor installation on site, they use cranes and lifting gear to place the tanks in the designated positions. Then, they connect the tanks and piping using arc welding or gas welding, and check leveling and alignment. They are responsible for finishing work such as leak tests, pressure tests, insulation, and protective coating. Work is done in teams with close coordination, requiring knowledge of safety and health management and heavy equipment operation.
Future Outlook
Stable demand due to infrastructure and plant renovation needs. With the introduction of IoT and remote monitoring, there is a trend toward valuing personnel with advanced technical skills and safety management capabilities.
Personality Traits
Cautious and Accurate / Good Teamwork / High Safety Awareness / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Day and Night Shifts / Direct to Site and Back Home / Team Work / Work Location Transfers
Career Path
Apprentice Worker → Tank Installation Worker → Supervisor/Leader → Site Supervisor/Construction Manager → Plant Equipment Engineer
Required Skills
Blueprint Reading / Crane and Slinging Operation / Foundation Work / Leveling / Piping Connection Techniques / Safety and Health Management / Welding Skills (Arc Welding, Gas Welding)
Recommended Skills
Aerial Work Platform Operation / CAD (Basic) / Forklift Operation / Pressure Vessel Design Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required for weld areas and leveling. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for handling heavy tanks and prolonged standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Installation work mainly follows standards and procedures, so creativity is not particularly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Crane Operator License
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Gas Welding Skills Training
- Slinging Skills Training
Aliases
- Tank Erector
- Tank Installer
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