Refractory Technician

Code: 49-9045.00

Also known as: Cell Reliner, Cupola Repairer, Furnace Repairer, Hot Repairman, Ladle Liner, Ladle Repairman, Refractory Bricklayer, Refractory Technician, Refractory Worker

Description: When a boiler or complex oven breaks down, companies and individuals turn to Refractory Technicians to make repairs. These Technicians use refractory materials to repair or build boilers, ovens, soaking pits, furnaces, cupolas and converters. They typically have a high school diploma or its equivalent as well as some post-secondary certificate or an apprenticeship.

Refractory Technician

Typical wages


10% $36,190
25% $44,560
Median $54,610
75% $64,040
90% $76,550
10% $17.4
25% $21.42
Median $26.26
75% $30.79
90% $36.8

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
800
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
700
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 0