Wheel Repairer
しゃりんしゅうりこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation inspects, repairs, and processes wheel parts of transport machinery (such as railway vehicles and industrial bogies) to support safe operation. Involves metal processing, assembly, and wear prevention treatments.
Description
Wheel repairers investigate wear and cracks on wheels used in railway vehicles and industrial bogies, repairing cracks with lathe grinding, milling, arc welding, and TIG welding. They use measuring instruments to check wear amounts and balance, fabricate and replace metal parts based on drawings, apply surface hardening treatments and painting to restore performance. They also handle quality control and periodic inspections to maintain precision compliant with safety standards.
Future Outlook
Demand for stable operation of transport machinery ensures steady job opportunities. With the introduction of 3D printing and automatic grinding machines, high-precision processing skills will be emphasized.
Personality Traits
Meticulous and Focused / Strong Sense of Responsibility / Team-Oriented
Work Style
Career Path
Apprentice Repair Worker → Skilled Repair Worker → Leader/Supervisor → Factory Manager → Quality Control Staff
Required Skills
Blueprint Reading / Measuring Instrument Operation (Calipers and Micrometers) / Metal Processing (Lathe and Milling Machine) / Welding Skills
Recommended Skills
CAD Design / Machine Maintenance Technology / Quality Control / Strength of Materials
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High attention to detail is required to not miss fine wear or cracks. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | A certain level of physical stamina is required to handle large wheel parts. |
| Problem Solving | To judge and execute the optimal repair method for atypical damage areas. |
Aliases
- Wheel Repairer
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- Mechanical Maintenance Worker
- Railway Vehicle Maintenance Worker
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