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Calderys

Refractory Technician

Middletown, OH · On-site

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 ...

HRT Solutions

Refractory Technician

Middletown, OH · On-site

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 ...

HWI

Refractory Technician

Middletown, OH · On-site

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 ...

Calderys

Manufacturing Production Technician

Windham, OH · On-site

$14.75 - $18.50/hr

Requires working in very loud conditions (over 85 decibels). HWI, a member of Calderys HWI is the largest supplier of refractory products and services in the United States. With manufacturing sites ...

HWI

Production Technician

South Point, OH · On-site

$14.25 - $17.75/hr

... workers. Job duties vary daily, but all are focused on the forming, finishing and packaging of fired brick, used in the refractory industry. Responsibilities * Actively demonstrates and promotes ...

HWI

Manufacturing Production Technician

Windham, OH · On-site

$14.75 - $18.50/hr

Requires working in very loud conditions (over 85 decibels). About Us HWI, a member of Calderys HWI is the largest supplier of refractory products and services in the United States. With ...

Calderys

Production Technician

South Point, OH · On-site

$14.25 - $17.75/hr

... workers. Job duties vary daily, but all are focused on the forming, finishing and packaging of fired brick, used in the refractory industry. Responsibilities * Actively demonstrates and promotes ...

Calderys

Production Technician

South Point, OH · On-site

$14.25 - $17.75/hr

... workers. Job duties vary daily, but all are focused on the forming, finishing and packaging of fired brick, used in the refractory industry. Responsibilities * Actively demonstrates and promotes ...

HWI

Production Technician

South Point, OH · On-site

$14.25 - $17.75/hr

... workers. Job duties vary daily, but all are focused on the forming, finishing and packaging of fired brick, used in the refractory industry. Responsibilities * Actively demonstrates and promotes ...

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What is the difference between Refractory Worker vs Mason?

AspectRefractory WorkerMason
CertificationsOSHA safety training, specialized refractory installation certificationsOSHA safety training, masonry certifications
Work EnvironmentIndustrial plants, factories, high-temperature environmentsConstruction sites, buildings, outdoor and indoor projects
Industry UsageHeavy industry, manufacturing, power plantsConstruction, renovation, residential and commercial buildings

Refractory Workers and Masons both work in construction-related fields, but Refractory Workers specialize in installing and repairing heat-resistant materials in industrial settings, often requiring specific certifications for high-temperature work. Masons focus on building structures with bricks, stones, and concrete in various construction projects. While their work environments may overlap in some industrial settings, their skills and certifications differ based on their specific roles.

What does a refractory worker do?

A refractory worker specializes in installing, repairing, and maintaining refractory materials used to line high-temperature industrial furnaces, kilns, and reactors. They handle tasks such as mixing, shaping, and applying heat-resistant bricks and coatings, often working in environments that require safety precautions and knowledge of thermal properties. The role may also involve operating specialized tools and following strict safety standards to ensure proper insulation and furnace performance.

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Infographic showing various Refractory Worker job openings in Ohio as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 67% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 31% Remote job distribution.

Refractory Technician

Middletown, OH • On-site

HarbisonWalker International
Ceramic, Glass, Cement Product Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees
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Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

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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).

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