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From Home Refractory Inspector Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

Asteroom

Home Inspector

South Bend, IN · On-site

$60 - $75/hr

Asteroom is seeking licensed Home Inspectors to join our growing team. If you're a seasoned ... to hear from you. As we continue our rapid expansion in 3D virtual tours and property data ...

Asteroom

Home Inspector

South Bend, IN · On-site

$60 - $75/hr

Asteroom is seeking licensed Home Inspectors to join our growing team. If you're a seasoned ... to hear from you. As we continue our rapid expansion in 3D virtual tours and property data ...

Asteroom

Home Inspector

South Bend, IN

$60 - $75/hr

Asteroom is seeking licensed Home Inspectors to join our growing team. If you're a seasoned ... to hear from you. As we continue our rapid expansion in 3D virtual tours and property data ...

Asteroom

Home Inspector

Evansville, IN · On-site

$60 - $75/hr

Asteroom is seeking licensed Home Inspectors to join our growing team. If you're a seasoned ... to hear from you. As we continue our rapid expansion in 3D virtual tours and property data ...

Asteroom

Home Inspector

Evansville, IN

$60 - $75/hr

Asteroom is seeking licensed Home Inspectors to join our growing team. If you're a seasoned ... to hear from you. As we continue our rapid expansion in 3D virtual tours and property data ...

Asteroom

Home Inspector

Evansville, IN · On-site

$60 - $75/hr

Asteroom is seeking licensed Home Inspectors to join our growing team. If you're a seasoned ... to hear from you. As we continue our rapid expansion in 3D virtual tours and property data ...

RUBICON REFRACTORIES INC

Welder/Fabricator

Lowell, IN · On-site

$24/hr

... refractory products. * Blueprint Reading: Read, interpret, and work accurately from blueprints ... Inspect completed welds and conduct final fit-up checks to ensure adherence to strict quality ...

RHI Magnesita

Master Mechanic

Hammond, IN · On-site

$46.58/hr

Inspect equipment and refractory presses for defects such as misalignment, wear, and inadequate ... From advanced lithium-ion batteries for laptops and EVs and specialized glass on smartphones and ...

RUBICON REFRACTORIES INC

Welder/Fabricator

Lowell, IN · On-site

$24/hr

... refractory products. * Blueprint Reading: Read, interpret, and work accurately from blueprints ... Inspect completed welds and conduct final fit-up checks to ensure adherence to strict quality ...

RUBICON REFRACTORIES INC

Welder/Fabricator

Lowell, IN · On-site

$24/hr

... refractory products. * Blueprint Reading: Read, interpret, and work accurately from blueprints ... Inspect completed welds and conduct final fit-up checks to ensure adherence to strict quality ...

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What is a from home refractory inspector?

A From Home Refractory Inspector is a professional who evaluates and inspects refractory materials—those that are resistant to heat and wear—in industrial equipment, but performs much of their work remotely. They may review installation documentation, analyze photos or videos submitted by on-site personnel, and generate inspection reports from home. While some site visits may still be required, advancements in digital tools and communication allow many inspection tasks to be completed off-site. This role is common in industries such as steel, cement, and power generation, where refractory linings are crucial to safety and efficiency.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a from home refractory inspector?

To excel as a From Home Refractory Inspector, you need strong knowledge of refractory materials, inspection procedures, and industry standards, usually supported by relevant certifications or technical training. Familiarity with digital inspection tools, report writing software, and remote communication systems is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are vital soft skills for assessing conditions and coordinating with on-site teams. These skills ensure accurate remote inspections, compliance with safety standards, and efficient collaboration, which are critical for maintaining equipment integrity and operational safety.

What are some common challenges faced by a from home refractory inspector and how can they be managed?

A From Home Refractory Inspector often encounters challenges such as coordinating site visits remotely, ensuring accurate reporting without direct daily supervision, and maintaining effective communication with onsite teams. To manage these, inspectors typically use detailed digital reporting tools, schedule regular video calls to stay updated on project progress, and participate in virtual team meetings to clarify inspection requirements. Staying organized and proactive in communication helps maintain high inspection standards and smooth collaboration with onsite staff.

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Refractory Support Specialist I

HarbisonWalker International

Burns Harbor, IN

Full-time

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Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

HWI has a fantastic opportunity to join our Value Added Services team as a Refractory Support Specialist I. 
Summary

The Refractory Support Specialist I represents HarbisonWalker International as an on-site and first call technical liaison servicing one or two accounts and receives direction from customer and supervisor on work to be complete.  The Refractory Support Specialist I will work directly with internal Customer Service and Sales Representatives to provide customer(s) with the most cost-effective product to fit their needs and establish HarbisonWalker International as the product of choice.  This position is a labor-intensive job, assisting the customer(s) in lining, relining and repairing furnaces, ladles, and tundishes.


Responsibilties

  • Reading and interpreting refractory lining drawings; using brick saw and bricklaying equipment to lay brick up in ladles, furnaces, tundishes, etc.- handle bricks by hand for multiple hours at a time - perform plug changes, repair slide gates, etc.; teaching installation procedures to and providing guidance to correct procedures
  • Assisting customer(s) staff with all types of refractory installation methods, including gunite, pouring, ramming, pumping, ceramic fiber and firebrick installation
  • Assisting customer(s) staff with cleaning and preparing ladles, furnaces, tundishes, etc for repair, relining and fabrication
  • Observing product performance at customer(s) site; performing in service inspections, post mortem tear outs, documenting findings and reviewing with the proper HarbisonWalker International team member(s)
  • Working closely with customer(s), understanding their requirements and aiding them in obtaining the optimal performance of the products; monitoring stock levels to ensure the needs of customer(s) are met; placing replacement orders with HarbisonWalker Internationals Customer Service department
  • Preventive and general maintenance tasks on refractory equipment; documenting the preventative maintenance
  • Performing spare parts and equipment inventory count to ensure site specific standards are maintained; completing accurate and detailed refractory reports
  • Observing and promoting safety and 5'S standards; complying with established facility safety policies and procedures, and other regulations as applicable; participating in daily safety tool box talks and monthly trainings; maintaining a safe and clean working environment 

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Ability to safely use brick saw and bricklaying equipment to lay brick
  • Requires working knowledge of refractory lined units
  • Ability to operate a jib crane and ensure the rigging of the load is correct
  • Ability to safely operate a forklift
  • Ability to safely operate various hand and electrical tools
  • Ability to read, understand and work in conformity with work orders, as directed
  • Ability to detect and correct unsafe or hazardous conditions of equipment and work environment
  • Organized individual with emphasis on quality and the ability to meet deadlines
  • Requires fundamental computer skills, experience in excel a plus
  • Previous construction or manufacturing experience will be considered

Physical and Environmental Requirements

  • Physical Activity:  Requires more than 2/3 of the time standing, walking, using hands and fingers, reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, speaking, hearing, tasting or smelling; requires less than 1/3 of the time sitting.
  • Lifting:  Requires lifting up to 10 pounds more than 2/3 of the time; and lifting more than 100 pounds less than 1/3 of the time.
  • Vision:  Requires accurate close, distance, color and peripheral vision, including the ability to adjust focus and use peripheral vision.
  • Environment:  Requires more than 2/3 of the time working near moving mechanical parts, and being exposed to fumes, airborne particles and outdoor weather conditions; 1/3 to 2/3 of the time in wet or humid conditions, in extreme heat or cold, and exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals; and less than 1/3 of the time in an office setting, in high places, at risk of electrical shock and near vibration.
  • Noise:  Requires working in very loud conditions (over 85 decibels).

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