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Gerdau

Refractory Operator

Petersburg, VA · On-site

$24.60/hr

Potential Earnings of $78000 / year which includes production bonus and biweekly hourly pay ( $21 ... Assemble and disassemble ladle slide gate and/or tundish slide gate for maintenance inspection.

Gerdau

Refractory Operator

Petersburg, VA

$24.60/hr

Potential Earnings of $78000 / year which includes production bonus and biweekly hourly pay ( $21 ... Assemble and disassemble ladle slide gate and/or tundish slide gate for maintenance inspection.

Hollingsworth ＆ Vose

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 ...

Hollingsworth ＆ Vose

Millwright (Hourly)

Corvallis, OR

$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 ...

CRH

Production Superintendent

Leamington, UT

Monitors and supervises the performance of hourly employees working directly in the production ... Assures that inspection of work areas is completed for safety hazards and ensures compliance with ...

CRH

Production Superintendent

New Braunfels, TX · On-site

Monitors and supervises the performance of hourly employees working directly in the production ... Assures that inspection of work areas is completed for safety hazards and ensures compliance with ...

CRH

Production Superintendent

Sumterville, FL · On-site

Monitors and supervises the performance of hourly employees working directly in the production ... Assures that inspection of work areas is completed for safety hazards and ensures compliance with ...

CRH

Production Superintendent

New Braunfels, TX

Monitors and supervises the performance of hourly employees working directly in the production ... Assures that inspection of work areas is completed for safety hazards and ensures compliance with ...

CRH

Production Superintendent

Sumterville, FL

Monitors and supervises the performance of hourly employees working directly in the production ... Assures that inspection of work areas is completed for safety hazards and ensures compliance with ...

Fairborn Cement

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 ...

Fairborn Cement

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 ...

Gerdau

Mobile Equipment Operator

Midlothian, TX

$64K/yr

Salary: $64000 / year (includes base hourly rate plus scheduled overtime, biweekly production bonus ... Refractory area with crusher operations and cleaning as needed. * Visually inspect materials for ...

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How much do hourly refractory inspector jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 7, 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 jobs make 5000 a week without a degree?

An Hourly Refractory Inspector can potentially earn $5,000 a week through high hourly rates, overtime, and specialized skills in industrial settings. Such roles often require certifications, safety training, and experience in refractory or industrial inspection environments. These jobs are typically in manufacturing, energy, or construction sectors and may involve shift work or on-site inspections.

What is the difference between Hourly Refractory Inspector vs Refractory Supervisor?

AspectHourly Refractory InspectorRefractory Supervisor
CertificationsRefractory inspection certifications, safety trainingRefractory installation and safety certifications
Work EnvironmentInspecting refractory installations, on-site assessmentsOverseeing refractory work, managing teams
Employer & Industry UsagePower plants, steel mills, cement plantsRefineries, 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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Refractory Operator

Refractory Operator

Gerdau

Petersburg, VA • On-site

$24.60/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 28 days ago

Gerdau rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 64 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

186th of 516 rated manufacturers

Job description

Refractory Operator
Do you have a working knowledge of manufacturing tools and procedures? Are you detail-oriented with the ability to organize and prioritize? Do you like trouble shooting and solving problems? Join us as we build the future and the Gerdau We Are Creating.
Potential Earnings of $78000 / year which includes production bonus and biweekly hourly pay ( $21.16 hr after 90 days goes to $24.60 hr)
We Have:
  • A strong global presence with mills that transform millions of metric tons of raw material to produce steel beams, flat-rolled steel, merchant bar, rebar, spikes, and wire used by the auto industry, appliance, construction, machinery, and equipment industries.
  • A culture that welcomes diversity, encourages innovation and creates products that serve humanity.
  • An environment that values teamwork, safety, and sustainability.
  • A commitment to continuous improvement and the belief that we can create a better future for our employees and our global community by investing in people, processes, and technology.

We Offer:
  • Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Plans - Eligible upon 1st day of hire
  • Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)
  • 100% Matching 401K up to 6%
  • Life/Accidental Life Insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Bonuses
  • Health Advocate Services
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Career Path System and Training
  • An empowering and open culture with the opportunity to grow and create

Your Qualifications:
  • Must pass entrance exam.
  • 1-3 years industrial/manufacturing experience. Brick Mason experience a plus.
  • Ability to work Monday - Friday, 4am to 1pm with some overtime and could involve occasional weekend work.
  • General math skills, advanced problem solving, analytical skills, use charts, schedules, computer and touch screens in addition to follow instructions.
  • Ability to use adjustable controls in regulating the continuous process through interpretation of measuring instruments and gauges.
  • Ability and willingness to work as part of a self-directed team with limited supervision.
  • People leadership skills and ability to lead by example

Your Purpose:
Plan, lay out, and perform all operations necessary to lay brick and refractory in order to build, rebuild, and re-line ladles, electric-arc furnaces, roofs, tundishes, and other steel-making vessels.
Your Work:
  • Complete a range of duties that are highly repetitive and routine in nature in order to properly and effectively lay refractory brick to build, rebuild, re-line, or patch electric-arc furnaces, ladles, tundishes, and other steel-making vessels.
  • Operate pendant crane as needed to move refractory material to and from storage area.
  • Cut brick to size using pneumatic tools to ram material, walls, tundishes, and other areas as required.
  • Remove burned or damaged brick and clean surface of vessel using sledgehammer, pry bar, brick hammer, and/or pneumatic chipping gun.
  • Spread or spray refractories over exposed bricks to protect bricks against deterioration by heat using a trowel or gunning machine.
  • Perform refractory work at the Furnace.
  • Assemble and disassemble ladle slide gate and/or tundish slide gate for maintenance inspection.
  • Perform minor burning with torch, lance, and welding as needed.
  • Support trialing of new refractory products.
  • Operate mobile equipment to lift and transport materials including loaders, cranes, man-lifts, brick-lift, and forklifts.
  • Ensure daily preventative maintenance is performed on vehicles and mobile equipment, which may include fueling, cleaning, and checking/adding fluids as needed.
  • Follow all PPE requirements and safety rules and guidelines for all tasks being performed.
  • Assist in training of coworkers as needed.
  • Maintain communication with coworkers through two-way radio and hand signals.
  • Maintain work areas and equipment in clean and orderly condition.
  • Assist maintenance personnel as needed.

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If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com

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