On-Site Refractory Technician I — Install & Repair

HarbisonWalker International; Osceola (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

HarbisonWalker International is hiring a Refractory Support Specialist I in Osceola, Arkansas. This on-site role serves as a first-call technical liaison, coordinating with customers, service, and sales to provide cost-effective refractory solutions.

The position involves labor-intensive work such as lining, relining, and repairing furnaces, ladles, and tundishes, with emphasis on safety and quality. Prior construction or manufacturing experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to safely operate brick saw and bricklaying equipment.
• Working knowledge of refractory lined units.
• Ability to operate a jib crane and safely rig loads.
• Ability to safely operate a forklift.
• Ability to safely use various hand and electrical tools.
• Ability to read, understand and follow work orders.
• Ability to identify unsafe conditions and hazards.
• Organized with quality-focused attitude and deadline adherence.
• Fundamental computer skills; Excel is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret refractory lining drawings; lay brick using brick saw and bricklaying tools.
• Assist customer staff with refractory installation methods (gunite, pouring, ramming, pumping, ceramic fiber, and firebrick).
• Prepare ladles, furnaces, tundishes for repair, relining and fabrication.
• Observe product performance at customer sites and document findings.
• Work with Customer Service to ensure optimal product performance and stock levels.
• Place replacement orders with Customer Service as needed.
• Perform preventive and general maintenance on refractory equipment.
• Maintain safety and 5S standards; participate in safety briefings and trainings.

Skills

Reading & understanding work orders

Safety awareness

Organized with deadlines

Fundamental computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Brick saw

Bricklaying equipment

Jib crane operation

Forklift operation

Hand and electrical tools

Excel (basic)

Job description

HarbisonWalker International is hiring a Refractory Support Specialist I in Osceola, Arkansas. This on-site role serves as a first-call technical liaison, coordinating with customers, service, and sales to provide cost-effective refractory solutions.

The position involves labor-intensive work such as lining, relining, and repairing furnaces, ladles, and tundishes, with emphasis on safety and quality. Prior construction or manufacturing experience is a plus.