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Wabtec

Refractory Technician

Charleroi, PA · On-site

$35.24/hr

Company Description Who will you be working with? Bloom Engineering, a Wabtec Company improves the ... As a refractory technician, you will be responsible for the preparation, installation, and ...

Thermal Specialties

Refractory Laborer

Tulsa, OK · On-site

$13.75 - $17.25/hr

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Wabtec

Refractory Technician

Charleroi, PA

Who will you be working with? Bloom Engineering, a Wabtec Company improves the environmental ... As a refractory technician, you will be responsible for the preparation, installation, and ...

Gerdau

Refractory Operator

Virginia State University, VA · On-site

$24.60/hr

Aug 12, 2026 Refractory Operator 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 ...

Thermal Specialties

Refractory Laborer

Tulsa, OK · On-site

$17 - $21/hr

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Thermal Specialties

Refractory Laborer

Tulsa, OK · On-site

$17/hr

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ArcelorMittal

Operator Refractory

Calvert, AL

$21 - $25.50/hr

Refractory specific experience preferred * Burning & Welding experience preferred TRAITS TO BE ... Ensure working knowledge of competencies as defined in ISO 14001 (current version), IATF 16949 ...

Calderys

Refractory Support Specialist I

Huger, SC · On-site

Summary The Refractory Support Specialist I represents HarbisonWalker International as an on-site ... Working closely with customer(s), understanding their requirements and aiding them in obtaining the ...

Gerdau

Refractory Operator

Petersburg, VA · On-site

$24.60/hr

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 ...

Thermal Specialties

Refractory Laborer

Tulsa, OK

$17 - $21/hr

Thermal Specialties is looking for a Refractory Field Services Laborer for our Construction ... Maintain a safe working environment for you and your coworkers. Identify possible safety hazards ...

Calderys

Refractory Support Specialist I

Memphis, TN · On-site

Summary The Refractory Support Specialist I represents HarbisonWalker International as an on-site ... Working closely with customer(s), understanding their requirements and aiding them in obtaining the ...

Gerdau

Refractory Operator

Petersburg, VA · On-site

$24.60/hr

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 ...

HWI

Refractory Support Specialist I

Osceola, AR · On-site

Summary The Refractory Support Specialist I represents HarbisonWalker International as an on-site ... Working closely with customer(s), understanding their requirements and aiding them in obtaining the ...

Weir Group

Foundry Team Member

Newton, KS · On-site

$11.25 - $14.50/hr

Update refractory application systems and accurately collect and input operational data to support ... We're working hard to nurture a diverse culture where our people feel like they belong and can do ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for refractory worker in the United States is $18.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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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Refractory Technician

Charleroi, PA • On-site

Wabtec
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$35.24/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Company Description
Job Description
Who will you be working with?
Bloom Engineering, a Wabtec Company improves the environmental sustainability of industrial heating applications, particularly focused on the aluminum and steel industries. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, USA since 1934, Bloom serves its global customers from subsidiaries in the Germany, India, and China.
Bloom Engineering's knowledge and experience in furnace and heating applications provides meaningful competitive advantage to our customers by reducing CO2 and NOX, conversion to sustainable fuel sources, increasing production capacity, improving temperature uniformity, reducing fuel consumption, and enhancing operating flexibility.
How will you make a difference?
As a refractory technician, you will be responsible for the preparation, installation, and finishing of refractory linings used in our combustion burners. This includes preparing molds, mixing and pouring refractory material, assembling and disassembling forms, and ensuring high quality work that meets the specific demands of the product application. This is a Monday-Friday, 1st shift position. The pay rate is $35.24/hour.
What do we want to know about you?
  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience with refractory, concrete, etc.
  • Ability to read blueprints.
  • Attention to detail with the ability to accurately follow instructions.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude, including experience with power mixes, vibrating equipment, and oven curing processes.
  • Ability to work well in a unionized team environment.

What will your typical day look like?
  • Reads and interprets charts and/or engineering drawings to select and assemble a variety of molds, forms, plugs, and pins.
  • Performs duties required to assemble molds and forms, including pouring and stripping the molds.
  • Cleans forms, molds, and parts.
  • Oils or greases molds, forms and plugs. Wraps pins, plugs and cores, oiling and greasing as needed.
  • Uses power mixers to mix castable materials with water to the required consistency.
  • Hand-mix refractory material for component application.
  • Fills assembled molds and forms with refractory material, ensuring the refractory linings are durable and able to withstand high temperature.
  • Apply coating to lined burners, baffles, and other components.
  • Uses vibrating equipment to eliminate voids.
  • Finishes off material.
  • Selects appropriate oven curing program to ensure integrity and longevity of the material.
  • Disassembles molds, removing forms, plugs, pins and wedges.
  • Clean lined pieces.
  • Perform detailed finishing work on refractory linings, removing any rough or irregular areas to ensure smooth, high-quality surfaces.
  • Clean and maintain tools, molds, filter press and equipment used in the refractory process.
  • Maintains work area in safe, clean and orderly condition.
  • Marks reports as required.
  • Timely and accurately logs time spent on each job.
  • Completes fork truck log when utilizing the fork truck.

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Additional Information
More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.
What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?
At Wabtec, it's not just about a job - it's about the impact you make. When our people come together, we're Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.
If you're ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
Who are we?
Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it's freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together - are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.
Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We're lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.
Culture powers us and the possibilities.
We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We're building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.
We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.
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