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Summary The Refractory Technician is a customer facing, labor-intensive position skilled in lining, relining and repairing furnaces, ladles, and tundishes. This position is located at our customer ...

Refractory Technician

Tulsa, OK · On-site

$24 - $28/hr

Thermal Specialties is looking for a Refractory Technician for our Construction Services division in Tulsa, OK. Thermal Specialties is a family owned custom manufacturer and service organization. We ...

Salary: $24 - $28/hr Thermal Specialties is looking for a Refractory Technician for our Construction Services division in Tulsa, OK. Thermal Specialties is a family owned custom manufacturer and ...

Thermal Specialties is looking for a Refractory Technician for our Construction Services division in Tulsa, OK. Thermal Specialties is a family owned custom manufacturer and service organization. We ...

Refractory Laborer

Tulsa, OK · On-site

$13.75 - $17.25/hr

Refractory Field Services Laborer Thermal Specialties is looking for a Refractory Field Services Laborer for our Construction Services division in Tulsa, OK. Thermal Specialties is a family owned ...

Operator Refractory

Calvert, AL

$21 - $25.50/hr

Refractory specific experience preferred * Burning & Welding experience preferred TRAITS TO BE SUCCESSFUL * Ability to convey and understand information effectively and safely, including speaking ...

Summary The Refractory Technician is a customer facing, labor-intensive position skilled in lining, relining and repairing furnaces, ladles, and tundishes. This position is located at our customer ...

Brick Mason/Refractory Mason

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$21.75 - $28/hr

In this role, you will remove and install refractory products in differente . You will use a combination of modern power tools and traditional hand tools. The ideal candidate has a proven track ...

Operator Refractory

Calvert, AL · On-site

$21 - $25.50/hr

Refractory specific experience preferred * Burning & Welding experience preferred TRAITS TO BE SUCCESSFUL * Ability to convey and understand information effectively and safely, including speaking ...

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How much do refractory job jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for refractory job in the United States is $17.52, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
Infographic showing various Refractory Job job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 24% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,442 per year, or $17.5 per hour.

Refractory Technician

HWI

Middletown, OH • On-site

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago


Job description


HWI has a fantastic opportunity to join our Value Added Services Team as a Refractory Technician.
Summary
The Refractory Technician is a customer facing, labor-intensive position skilled in lining, relining and repairing furnaces, ladles, and tundishes. This position is located at our customer sites and has an individual responsibility to maintain a clean and safe work environment and for the quality of their refractory installation and following their Lead's work instructions.
Responsibilities
  • 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
  • Performing all types of refractory installation methods, including gunite, pouring, ramming, pumping, ceramic fiber and firebrick installation
  • Assisting in the cleaning and preparing ladles, furnaces, tundishes, etc for repair, relining and fabrication
  • Assisting with post mortem tear outs and accurately documenting findings
  • Performing preventive and general maintenance tasks on tools and refractory equipment; documenting the preventative maintenance
  • Performing spare parts and tool inventory count to ensure site specific standards are maintained; completing detailed inventory usage reports at the end of shift
  • 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 safely 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
  • Requires fundamental computer skills, experience in excel a plus

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, or smelling; requires less than 1/3 of the time sitting.
  • Lifting: Requires lifting up to 75 pounds more than 2/3 of the time. (23 KG for CAD JD)
  • Vision: Requires accurate close, distance, color and peripheral vision and depth perception, including the ability to adjust focus.
  • 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. May require wearing respirators, hearing protection, and/or other safety equipment.
  • Noise: Requires working in very loud conditions (over 85 decibels).