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Full Time Refractories Jobs (NOW HIRING)

$23.50 - $30/hr

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Labor work - demo masonry walls / refractories, mix mortars for masonry applications, etc ... Be able to work full-time, including rotating shifts that shall include weekends and holidays.

... refractories a plus Education Required: • High School diploma or equivalent SUPERVISORY ... is full time, non-exempt, and is eligible for overtime • Position works (12) hours a day ...

Inside Sales Representative

North Grafton, MA

$53K - $73K/yr

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Inside Sales Representative - Abrasive/Ceramic/Refractory Materials Position type: Full-Time, ... refractories industry are desirable traits. You will be joining a family-owned North American ...

Inside Sales Representative

North Grafton, MA

$53K - $73K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Inside Sales Representative - Abrasive/Ceramic/Refractory Materials Position type: Full-Time, ... refractories industry are desirable traits. You will be joining a family-owned North American ...

Inside Sales Representative

Grafton, MA · On-site

$53K - $73K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Inside Sales Representative - Abrasive/Ceramic/Refractory Materials Position type: Full-Time, ... refractories industry are desirable traits. You will be joining a family-owned North American ...

Inside Sales Representative

North Grafton, MA

$53K - $73K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Inside Sales Representative - Abrasive/Ceramic/Refractory Materials Position type: Full-Time, ... refractories industry are desirable traits. You will be joining a family-owned North American ...

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How much do full time refractories jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time refractories in the United States is $39.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.88 and $63.94 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Service Technician - Steel Industry (Refractories)

TYK AMERICA, INC.

Portage, IN • On-site

$25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago


Job description

Service Technician – Steel Industry (Refractories)

Location: Portage, IN (Chicagoland Area)

Pay: $25/hr + Full Benefits

Join a Specialized Leader in the Steel Industry

TYK America, Inc. is a manufacturer of high-performance refractory products used in steelmaking operations across North America. We are currently seeking a Service Technician to support our customers in the steel industry through onsite service, product monitoring, and technical support.

This is a hands-on role ideal for someone with steel mill experience, or strong industrial experience who is willing to learn the refractory side of the business.

What You’ll Do

• Work directly onsite with steel mill customers to support product use and performance
• Monitor installation of refractory products in steelmaking environments
• Track and document product trial results and performance data
• Perform inventory counts and assist with inventory control
• Support internal reporting and documentation using Microsoft Office
• Assist sales and technical teams with customer support needs
• Provide feedback on product performance and field conditions

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in the steel industry strongly preferred
• Exposure to refractories or steelmaking processes (ladles, ladle gates, LF, RH, continuous casting) is a plus
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook)
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Reliable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in industrial environments

Why Join TYK America?

• $25/hr starting pay
• Full benefits package
• Stable, full-time role in an essential industry
• Exposure to advanced steelmaking and refractory technology
• Opportunity to grow with a specialized technical manufacturer
• Hands-on field work with real impact on production operations

Schedule

• Full-Time
• Monday–Friday
• Some onsite travel to customer steel mills in the Chicagoland region


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About TYK America

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TYK AMERICA, INC. a wholly owned subsidiary of TYK Corporation of Japan was established in 1982 when TYK Corporation bought the assets of Swank Refractories. Swank Refractories, established in 1856, was the worlds oldest supplier of refractories for the iron and steel industry pioneering pouring refractories for the first Bessemer Convertor. During its long history Swank Refractories developed refractories for the electric, open hearth, and basic oxygen steel making processes. Swank refractories was a leader in the development of new materials and processes for refractories. TYK AMERICA, INC. operates two plants in the United States. These plants, located at Large (near Pittsburgh), and Irvona (near Altoona), Pennsylvania are engaged in the manufacturing of Magnesia Graphite and Alumina Graphite Brick, Bulk Ultra Low Cement Castables, Precast Monolithic Refractories, Isostatically Pressed Magnesia Carbon Shapes (BOF Tapholes, EAF-EBT tapholes, etc) and Alumina Graphite Shapes for continuous casters. The company also develops various equipment for steel and aluminum industry.

Industry

Ceramic, glass, cement product manufacturing

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Clairton, PA, US

Year founded

1987