Shine as a Skilled Technician in Gumi, Challenge for the '2023 Gumi City Master Artisan'!

Applications Open Until the 27th, Searching for Gumi City's Master Artisan

Gumi City in Gyeongbuk is accepting applications for the ‘2023 Gumi City Master Artisan’ award until the 27th, aiming to recognize skilled technicians working in local industrial sites who take pride and confidence in contributing to industrial development and revitalization of the regional economy.

'2023 Gumi City Master Craftsman' poster.

Applicants must be registered residents of Gumi City as of the announcement date and have at least 15 years of direct experience in one of 92 occupations across 38 fields, including mechanical design. Applications can be submitted with recommendations from heads of local companies or presidents of industry associations in Gumi.

The final selection will be made for up to two individuals who demonstrate exemplary technical skills and character, outstanding achievements in process and quality improvements, or significant social contributions. The selection process includes document screening, interviews, on-site inspections (if necessary), and a final review.

Those selected as Master Artisans will receive a total technology encouragement fund of 7.2 million KRW (200,000 KRW per month for three years), free use of public parking lots for three years, and a Master Artisan certification plaque and nameplate.

Detailed information about the Master Artisan application can be found on the city hall’s official website announcement.

Marking its 12th year this year, the Gumi City Master Artisan selection has recognized a total of 22 master artisans since 2012 in various fields such as mold making, electricity, computer-aided machining, and surface treatment, contributing to raising social awareness of skilled technicians and strengthening industrial competitiveness.

The selected Master Artisans will join the ‘Gumi City Meister Mentor Group’ and engage in activities to expand and disseminate excellent technologies, including technical support consulting for small and medium enterprises, career aptitude education at Meister high schools, and community service activities.

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