Transformer repair technician
へんあつきしゅうりこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialized profession responsible for maintaining and restoring equipment performance through disassembly, inspection, cleaning, winding repair, oil treatment, withstand voltage testing, and other tasks on transformers.
Description
Transformer repair technicians specialize in the maintenance and repair of transformers used in power plants, substations, factories, and other facilities. They ensure equipment reliability through tasks such as insulating oil replacement and treatment, winding (rewinding) work, withstand voltage and insulation resistance testing, disassembly cleaning, and assembly. Since they handle high-voltage equipment, safety management and compliance with laws and regulations are essential. They diagnose failure causes by reading drawings and specifications and implement optimal repair methods.
Future Outlook
Stable demand exists for regular inspections and repairs due to aging infrastructure, and demand is expected to increase with the spread of high-voltage transformers for renewable energy equipment. Abilities utilizing IoT and remote monitoring technologies will lead to higher market value.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Good teamwork / High concentration / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Business trips / Direct to/from work possible / On-site work / Shift work
Career Path
Apprentice transformer repair technician → Transformer repair technician → Leader/group leader → Maintenance engineer → Equipment maintenance manager
Required Skills
Crane and slinging skills / Insulating oil treatment / Insulation resistance meter and withstand voltage test equipment operation / Reading drawings and specifications / Winding repair
Recommended Skills
High-voltage system safe handling / Quality control techniques (QC) / Reading English technical documents / Remote monitoring systems
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Missing small scratches or defects can lead to serious accidents. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical strength for handling heavy objects and on-site work. |
| Problem Solving | Requires identifying failure causes and considering optimal repair methods. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly centered on work following prescribed procedures. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Centered on reading measurement values rather than complex mathematical analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Second-class electrician
- Third-class electrical chief engineer
Aliases
- Trans overhaul technician
- Trans repair technician
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