Refractory Materials Repairers, Except Brickmasons
What is a Refractory Materials Repairers, Except Brickmasons?
Refractory Materials Repairers, Except Brickmasons are skilled tradespeople specializing in the installation, maintenance, and repair of refractory materials used in high-temperature industrial processes. These materials are essential for lining furnaces, kilns, incinerators, and other heat-intensive equipment, providing insulation, structural support, and protection from extreme temperatures. The role involves preparing surfaces, applying refractory linings, and ensuring they are properly cured and set to withstand the substantial thermal stress of industrial operations. Refractory materials can include ceramics, glass, and metal materials, typically resistant to heat and corrosion. Repairers may also be called upon to evaluate damaged linings, assess performance, and recommend suitable remedies or replacements to optimize efficiency and prolong the life of the equipment. This career requires a strong understanding of material properties, safety protocols, and hand tools, as well as the ability to work in hazardous environments where high temperatures and heavy equipment are commonplace.
Tasks
- Reline or repair ladles and pouring spouts with refractory clay, using trowels.
- Chip slag from linings of ladles or remove linings when beyond repair, using hammers and chisels.
- Mix specified amounts of sand, clay, mortar powder, and water to form refractory clay or mortar, using shovels or mixing machines.
- Measure furnace walls to determine dimensions and cut required number of sheets from plastic block, using saws.
- Dry and bake new linings by placing inverted linings over burners, building fires in ladles, or by using blowtorches.
Technology Skills
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Spreadsheet software
- Microsoft Excel
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Presentation software
- Microsoft PowerPoint
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Electronic mail software
- Microsoft Outlook
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Facilities management software
- Maintenance management software
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Word processing software
- Microsoft Word
Tools Used
- Power grinders
- Furnaces
- Conventional truck cranes
- Power saws
- Trowels
Knowledge
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Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
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Production and Processing
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Skills
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Operations Monitoring
Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
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Repairing
Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
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Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
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Equipment Maintenance
Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
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Operation and Control
Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
Abilities
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Arm-Hand Steadiness
The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
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Extent Flexibility
The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
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Near Vision
The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
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Control Precision
The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
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Manual Dexterity
The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
Education
How much education does a new hire need to perform a job in this occupation?
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High school diploma or equivalent
or: GED, High School Equivalency Certificate
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Post-secondary certificate
Awarded for training completed after high school (for example, in Personnel Services, Engineering-related Technologies, Vocational Home Economics, Construction Trades, Mechanics and Repairers, Precision Production Trades)
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Some college, no degree
Work Activities
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Handling and Moving Objects
Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
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Performing General Physical Activities
Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
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Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
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Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
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Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Detailed Work Activities
- Cut materials according to specifications or needs.
- Measure distances or dimensions.
- Repair worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.
- Fabricate parts or components.
- Repair structural components.
Work Interests
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Realistic
Work involves designing, building, or repairing of equipment, materials, or structures, engaging in physical activity, or working outdoors. Realistic occupations are often associated with engineering, mechanics and electronics, construction, woodworking, transportation, machine operation, agriculture, animal services, physical or manual labor, athletics, or protective services.
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Conventional
Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or human resources.
Job Outlook
Projected salary and job growth
$31130.0 - $69990.0
New job opportunities are less likely in the future. : Below Average
Assessment
Related assessments and tests
No assessment available.