Tundish Refractory Installer: Precise, Safe Installations

Vesuvius North America; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

ArcelorMittal Calvert is seeking a Tundish Refractory Installer responsible for safe installation, maintenance, repair and removal of tundish refractory systems in continuous steel casting operations. You will install linings, perform repairs, inspect surfaces, and coordinate outages with operations and engineering teams.

Ideal candidates are safety-focused, mechanically inclined, and able to work in a physically demanding industrial environment; overtime and weekends may be required to support

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding industrial environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and basic hand-tool proficiency.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions and safety procedures.
• Reliable transportation and ability to work flexible schedules, including overtime, weekends, and outages.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform repetitive physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Remove spent refractory materials, working linings, impact pads, dams, nozzles, well blocks and other tundish components.
• Perform tundish working lining tear-out using dump stand, manual and powered demolition equipment.
• Install working linings, (using robot or hand spray machine) and specialty refractory products according to engineering specifications and quality standards.
• Conduct refractory repairs using casting, gunning, ramming, and patching techniques.
• Install and service flow control products including nozzles, well blocks, dams, impact pads, and related systems.
• Inspect tundish refractory surfaces for damage, wear, or defects.
• Assist with tundish drying, curing, and preheating operations.
• Operate equipment such as jackhammers, forklifts, and other tools as required.
• Read and interpret work instructions, installation procedures, drawings, and specifications.
• Perform quality inspections throughout the installation process to ensure compliance with customer and company standards.
• Maintain accurate installation, inspection, and maintenance records.
• Work closely with operations, maintenance, engineering, and customer personnel to coordinate outage and maintenance activities.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in accordance with housekeeping standards.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and customer service.
• Respond to scheduled outages, emergency repairs, and production support requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading instructions

Teamwork & communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Safety mindset

Education

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Aerial lift operation

Crane operation

Welding

Fabrication

Job description

ArcelorMittal Calvert is seeking a Tundish Refractory Installer responsible for safe installation, maintenance, repair and removal of tundish refractory systems in continuous steel casting operations. You will install linings, perform repairs, inspect surfaces, and coordinate outages with operations and engineering teams.

Ideal candidates are safety-focused, mechanically inclined, and able to work in a physically demanding industrial environment; overtime and weekends may be required to support