Master Mechanic
Hammond, IN · On-site
$46.58/hr
Inspect equipment and refractory presses for defects such as misalignment, wear, and inadequate ... Competitive Hourly Compensation - $46.58 per hour ($1.50 shift differential for night shift)
Master Mechanic
Hammond, IN · On-site
$46.58/hr
Inspect equipment and refractory presses for defects such as misalignment, wear, and inadequate ... Competitive Hourly Compensation - $46.58 per hour ($1.50 shift differential for night shift)
Master Mechanic
$46.58/hr
Inspect equipment and refractory presses for defects such as misalignment, wear, and inadequate ... Competitive Hourly Compensation - $46.58 per hour ($1.50 shift differential for night shift)
Master Mechanic
$46.58/hr
Inspect equipment and refractory presses for defects such as misalignment, wear, and inadequate ... Competitive Hourly Compensation - $46.58 per hour ($1.50 shift differential for night shift)
Rotary Kiln Foreman
York, PA · On-site
... and refractory inspections. * Follow work order priorities established by the Rotary Kiln ... Conduct hourly performance reviews and support establishing hourly goals with Rotary Kiln ...
Rotary Kiln Foreman
York, PA · On-site
... and refractory inspections. * Follow work order priorities established by the Rotary Kiln ... Conduct hourly performance reviews and support establishing hourly goals with Rotary Kiln ...
... and refractory inspections. * Follow work order priorities established by the Rotary Kiln ... Conduct hourly performance reviews and support establishing hourly goals with Rotary Kiln ...
... and refractory inspections. * Follow work order priorities established by the Rotary Kiln ... Conduct hourly performance reviews and support establishing hourly goals with Rotary Kiln ...
Millwright (Hourly)
Corvallis, OR · On-site
$26.25 - $34.25/hr
Conducts weekly inspections of hazardous waste storage locations using standard inspection ... refractory, precious metal fabrication techniques, natural gas/air mixing and delivery systems ...
Millwright (Hourly)
Corvallis, OR · On-site
$26.25 - $34.25/hr
Conducts weekly inspections of hazardous waste storage locations using standard inspection ... refractory, precious metal fabrication techniques, natural gas/air mixing and delivery systems ...
Millwright (Hourly)
Corvallis, OR · On-site
$26.25 - $34.25/hr
Conducts weekly inspections of hazardous waste storage locations using standard inspection ... refractory, precious metal fabrication techniques, natural gas/air mixing and delivery systems ...
Millwright (Hourly)
Corvallis, OR · On-site
$26.25 - $34.25/hr
Conducts weekly inspections of hazardous waste storage locations using standard inspection ... refractory, precious metal fabrication techniques, natural gas/air mixing and delivery systems ...
Production Supervisor
Xenia, OH · On-site
Manage hourly employee's schedules, job assignment and performance. * Monitor all process ... Ensures operation and safety inspection work orders are provided to Maintenance Department to ...
Production Supervisor
Xenia, OH · On-site
Manage hourly employee's schedules, job assignment and performance. * Monitor all process ... Ensures operation and safety inspection work orders are provided to Maintenance Department to ...
Production Supervisor
Xenia, OH · On-site
Manage hourly employee's schedules, job assignment and performance. * Monitor all process ... Ensures operation and safety inspection work orders are provided to Maintenance Department to ...
Production Supervisor
Xenia, OH · On-site
Manage hourly employee's schedules, job assignment and performance. * Monitor all process ... Ensures operation and safety inspection work orders are provided to Maintenance Department to ...
Maintenance Supervisor
Washington Mills, NY · On-site
$85K - $95K/yr
... and refractory grains and powders. Serving thousands of customers and offering the broadest ... Inspect all work performed to ensure it is completed effectively and efficiently. * In ...
Maintenance Supervisor
Washington Mills, NY · On-site
$85K - $95K/yr
... and refractory grains and powders. Serving thousands of customers and offering the broadest ... Inspect all work performed to ensure it is completed effectively and efficiently. * In ...
Maintenance Supervisor
$85K - $95K/yr
... and refractory grains and powders. Serving thousands of customers and offering the broadest ... Inspect all work performed to ensure it is completed effectively and efficiently. * In ...
Maintenance Supervisor
$85K - $95K/yr
... and refractory grains and powders. Serving thousands of customers and offering the broadest ... Inspect all work performed to ensure it is completed effectively and efficiently. * In ...
Maintenance Supervisor
Washington Mills, NY · On-site
$85K - $95K/yr
... and refractory grains and powders. Serving thousands of customers and offering the broadest ... Inspect all work performed to ensure it is completed effectively and efficiently. * In ...
Maintenance Supervisor
Washington Mills, NY · On-site
$85K - $95K/yr
... and refractory grains and powders. Serving thousands of customers and offering the broadest ... Inspect all work performed to ensure it is completed effectively and efficiently. * In ...
Tank Engineer
Meadville, PA · On-site
... Tank hourly employees, and other production engineers. This position reviews and analyzes the ... A thorough inspection of the tank refractory structure to determine condition is completed daily.
Tank Engineer
Meadville, PA · On-site
... Tank hourly employees, and other production engineers. This position reviews and analyzes the ... A thorough inspection of the tank refractory structure to determine condition is completed daily.
Maintenance Helper
Washington Mills, NY · On-site
$24.15/hr
Maintenance Helper Position type: Full-Time, Hourly Pay Range: $24.15 per hour, shift rotation ... Performs minor maintenance activities such as lubrication, filter changes, and inspections ...
Maintenance Helper
Washington Mills, NY · On-site
$24.15/hr
Maintenance Helper Position type: Full-Time, Hourly Pay Range: $24.15 per hour, shift rotation ... Performs minor maintenance activities such as lubrication, filter changes, and inspections ...
Tank Engineer
Meadville, PA · On-site
... Tank hourly employees, and other production engineers. This position reviews and analyzes the ... A thorough inspection of the tank refractory structure to determine condition is completed daily.
Tank Engineer
Meadville, PA · On-site
... Tank hourly employees, and other production engineers. This position reviews and analyzes the ... A thorough inspection of the tank refractory structure to determine condition is completed daily.
Maintenance Helper Position type: Full-Time, Hourly Pay Range: $24.15 per hour, shift rotation ... Performs minor maintenance activities such as lubrication, filter changes, and inspections ...
Maintenance Helper Position type: Full-Time, Hourly Pay Range: $24.15 per hour, shift rotation ... Performs minor maintenance activities such as lubrication, filter changes, and inspections ...
Maintenance Helper
Washington Mills, NY · On-site
$24.15/hr
Maintenance Helper Position type: Full-Time, Hourly Pay Range: $24.15 per hour, shift rotation ... Performs minor maintenance activities such as lubrication, filter changes, and inspections ...
Maintenance Helper
Washington Mills, NY · On-site
$24.15/hr
Maintenance Helper Position type: Full-Time, Hourly Pay Range: $24.15 per hour, shift rotation ... Performs minor maintenance activities such as lubrication, filter changes, and inspections ...
Maintenance Supervisor
Niagara Falls, NY · On-site
$85K - $95K/yr
... and refractory grains and powders. Serving thousands of customers and offering the broadest ... Inspect all work performed to ensure it is completed effectively and efficiently. * In ...
Maintenance Supervisor
Niagara Falls, NY · On-site
$85K - $95K/yr
... and refractory grains and powders. Serving thousands of customers and offering the broadest ... Inspect all work performed to ensure it is completed effectively and efficiently. * In ...
Maintenance Mechanic
Green Bay, WI · On-site
$34/hr
Hourly rate: $34.00 United States - WI - Green Bay DESCRIPTION: The Maintenance Mechanic will use ... inspections & lubrication • Fabrication of guards, base plates, chutes, etc • Cutting (Oxy/acet ...
Maintenance Mechanic
Green Bay, WI · On-site
$34/hr
Hourly rate: $34.00 United States - WI - Green Bay DESCRIPTION: The Maintenance Mechanic will use ... inspections & lubrication • Fabrication of guards, base plates, chutes, etc • Cutting (Oxy/acet ...
Crusher Building Operator
North Grafton, MA · On-site
$28 - $31/hr
Crusher Building Operator Position type: Full-Time, Hourly Pay range: $28.00-$31.00 per hour, based ... Conduct chain hoist inspections prior to use * Conduct housekeeping throughout shift and ...
Crusher Building Operator
North Grafton, MA · On-site
$28 - $31/hr
Crusher Building Operator Position type: Full-Time, Hourly Pay range: $28.00-$31.00 per hour, based ... Conduct chain hoist inspections prior to use * Conduct housekeeping throughout shift and ...
Crusher Building Operator
North Grafton, MA · On-site
$28 - $31/hr
Crusher Building Operator Position type: Full-Time, Hourly Pay range: $28.00-$31.00 per hour, based ... Conduct chain hoist inspections prior to use * Conduct housekeeping throughout shift and ...
Crusher Building Operator
North Grafton, MA · On-site
$28 - $31/hr
Crusher Building Operator Position type: Full-Time, Hourly Pay range: $28.00-$31.00 per hour, based ... Conduct chain hoist inspections prior to use * Conduct housekeeping throughout shift and ...
Hourly Refractory Inspector information
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$24.5K - $31.3K
3% of jobs
$31.3K - $38K
16% of jobs
$39.7K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$38K - $44.8K
23% of jobs
The median wage is $46.9K / yr.
$44.8K - $51.6K
27% of jobs
$55.9K is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$51.6K - $58.4K
10% of jobs
$58.4K - $65.1K
4% of jobs
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$71.9K - $78.7K
2% of jobs
$78.7K - $85.5K
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$85.5K - $92.2K
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$92.2K - $99K
5% of jobs
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How much do hourly refractory inspector jobs pay per year?
As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for hourly refractory inspector in the United States is $54,939.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,500.00 and $63,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is the difference between Hourly Refractory Inspector vs Refractory Supervisor?
| Aspect | Hourly Refractory Inspector | Refractory Supervisor |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | Refractory inspection certifications, safety training | Refractory installation and safety certifications |
| Work Environment | Inspecting refractory installations, on-site assessments | Overseeing refractory work, managing teams |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Power plants, steel mills, cement plants | Refineries, heavy industry, construction sites |
The Hourly Refractory Inspector focuses on inspecting refractory materials and ensuring quality standards during installation or maintenance. In contrast, the Refractory Supervisor manages teams, oversees installation projects, and ensures safety compliance. While both roles require knowledge of refractory materials and safety protocols, the inspector's role is more focused on quality assurance, whereas the supervisor handles project management and team coordination.
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Job description
Master Mechanic
Location: Hammond, IN
Compensation: $46.58 per hour; $1.50 shift differential for night shift.
Shift: Must be able to work any shift. (Day Shift: 6am - 6pm; Night Shift: 6pm - 6am)
About the Opportunity
The Master Mechanic plays a critical role in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of plant operations. This position is responsible for inspecting, installing, repairing, and maintaining a wide variety of mechanical equipment and plant infrastructure. The role also includes performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring all equipment operates safely and efficiently to minimize production downtime.
What You'll Do
What You Bring
What We Offer
About RHI Magnesita
RHI Magnesita is the leading global supplier of high-grade refractory products, systems and solutions which are critical for high-temperature processes in a wide range of industries. Serving customers around the world, RHI Magnesita has more than 20,000 employees in 65 main production sites (including raw material sites), 12 recycling facilities and more than 70 sales offices.
RHI Magnesita's team in North America helps build refractory products that solve the most extreme manufacturing challenges. From advanced lithium-ion batteries for laptops and EVs and specialized glass on smartphones and tablets, to the steel and cement that build the world around us, our high-performance bricks and linings make it possible to melt, bend, shape, and refine these materials at extreme temperatures.
With a vertically integrated value chain, RHI Magnesita has helped forge the materials that build industries and economies for almost 200 years. Refractory products are essential to the production processes for cement, steel, aluminum, and many other industrial producers in the region.
Come get fired up with our North American team!
North America | RHI Magnesita
Location: Hammond, IN
Compensation: $46.58 per hour; $1.50 shift differential for night shift.
Shift: Must be able to work any shift. (Day Shift: 6am - 6pm; Night Shift: 6pm - 6am)
About the Opportunity
The Master Mechanic plays a critical role in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of plant operations. This position is responsible for inspecting, installing, repairing, and maintaining a wide variety of mechanical equipment and plant infrastructure. The role also includes performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring all equipment operates safely and efficiently to minimize production downtime.
What You'll Do
- Perform advanced mechanical repairs and maintenance on plant equipment and refractory presses.
- Receive instructions covering the scheduled emergency repair, installation and work to be done.
- Interpret technical drawings, schematics, and equipment manuals to diagnose and resolve issues.
- Inspect equipment and refractory presses for defects such as misalignment, wear, and inadequate lubrication, and determine optimal repair methods.
- Advise when immediate shutdown of equipment is necessary to minimize damage or when temporarily continued operation will have no harmful effect.
- Dismantle, repair, replace, reassemble, and adjust all types of mechanical equipment, refractory presses, and press equipment.
- Perform preventative maintenance, lubrication, and general upkeep of all plant equipment.
- Conduct repairs and maintenance on plant infrastructure including buildings, roads, piping, and facilities.
- Operate tools and equipment such as drill presses, grinders, saws, welding and burning equipment, and general machine tools.
- Uses carpenter's tools to construct and repair wood objects such as benches, platforms, handrails, and tables.
- Execute rigging activities and operate automotive equipment as needed.
- Perform fabrication, grinding, fitting, alignment, and assembly of mold boxes and press components.
- Lubricate mechanical equipment according to outlined procedure or manufacturer's specifications.
- Maintain oil supply and report same to supervision when supply is low.
- Clean grease fittings and replace as required.
- Change and adjust press equipment components including pads, bolts, cylinders, chargers, spray pipes, wiper bars, stop bolts, pressure wheels, springs, washers and bolts.
- Clean motor assemblies and chassis of automotive equipment and paints when necessary.
- Perform metal fabrication as required.
- Maintain proper storage, identification, and organization of mechanical components and tools.
- Complete preventative maintenance reports, inspection checklists, and document work in maintenance systems.
- Maintain clean and safe work areas and follow all safety protocols.
- Mentor and support Plant Mechanics in skill development and best practices.
- Perform general labor duties and additional maintenance tasks as required.
What You Bring
- 3 - 5 years of millwright or mechanical maintenance experience.
- Ability to pass a written mechanical aptitude test with a minimum score of 60%.
- Satisfactorily pass a practical hands-on welding and burning test.
- Strong ability to read and interpret mechanical and hydraulic schematics.
- Proven troubleshooting skills and ability to identify and resolve equipment issues efficiently.
What We Offer
- Competitive Hourly Compensation - $46.58 per hour ($1.50 shift differential for night shift)
- Comprehensive Benefits Package - Including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan - With company matching to help you plan for your future.
- Paid Time Off
- Training & Development - Access to learning resources and career development programs.
- Inclusive Work Environment - A culture that values diversity, safety, and collaboration.
About RHI Magnesita
RHI Magnesita is the leading global supplier of high-grade refractory products, systems and solutions which are critical for high-temperature processes in a wide range of industries. Serving customers around the world, RHI Magnesita has more than 20,000 employees in 65 main production sites (including raw material sites), 12 recycling facilities and more than 70 sales offices.
RHI Magnesita's team in North America helps build refractory products that solve the most extreme manufacturing challenges. From advanced lithium-ion batteries for laptops and EVs and specialized glass on smartphones and tablets, to the steel and cement that build the world around us, our high-performance bricks and linings make it possible to melt, bend, shape, and refine these materials at extreme temperatures.
With a vertically integrated value chain, RHI Magnesita has helped forge the materials that build industries and economies for almost 200 years. Refractory products are essential to the production processes for cement, steel, aluminum, and many other industrial producers in the region.
Come get fired up with our North American team!
North America | RHI Magnesita
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