Refractory Field Technician
$50kAmerican Crematory
Field Refractory Technician
American Crematory Equipment Company
American Crematory Equipment Company is seeking disciplined, mechanically skilled individuals for a Field Refractory Technician position. This role focuses on installing, repairing, and rebuilding high-temperature refractory systems in crematory equipment nationwide. This is a mission-driven, hands-on trade role requiring precision, teamwork, problem-solving, and leadership.
No two projects are the same. Technicians work directly on critical equipment that services funeral homes, cemeteries, veterinary facilities, and cremation providers across North America. Successful candidates will receive extensive on-the-job training and develop highly specialized skills that are in demand throughout multiple industrial sectors.
Primary Responsibilities
- Refractory demolition (floors, walls, combustion chambers)
- Installation of castable refractory, brick, and fiber insulation systems
- Mixing and placing high-temperature materials to specification
- Forming and finishing chamber floors and insulation systems
- Performing controlled curing and heat-up procedures
- Reading work instructions, drawings, and installation specifications
- Inspecting completed work for quality and compliance
- Maintaining safe and organized job sites
- Traveling nationwide for multi-day service assignments
- Working closely with Lead Technicians and customers to complete projects on schedule
What You'll Learn
This position provides hands-on training in:
- Industrial refractory installation and repair
- High-temperature combustion systems
- Material science and thermal insulation systems
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- Equipment commissioning and startup procedures
- Quality control and documentation
- Customer service and field operations
Preferred Skills & Experience
- Construction, masonry, welding, mechanical, or industrial maintenance experience
- Military service experience encouraged
- Ability to read tape measures and perform basic math
- Experience using hand and power tools
- Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Work Environment
- Industrial mechanical environments
- Confined space work inside chamber interiors
- Indoor and outdoor work conditions
- Lifting 50–75 lbs
- Frequent travel (air and vehicle)
- Team-based field operations
- Overnight travel required
Why Join American Crematory Equipment Company?
- Paid travel and field experience across the United States
- Specialized trade training provided
- Opportunity to work on unique industrial equipment
- Small team environment with direct impact on company success
- Clear path for advancement and increased responsibility
- Develop a skillset that translates to power generation, foundry, kiln, boiler, incineration, and industrial furnace industries
Career Advancement Opportunities
- Senior Refractory Specialist
- Lead Field Technician
- Quality Control Inspector
- Training Coordinator
- Project Supervisor
- Manufacturing Supervisor
- Service Operations Manager
Ideal Candidate
We are looking for individuals who take pride in craftsmanship, enjoy working with their hands, are comfortable traveling, and want to build a long-term career in a specialized industrial trade. Military veterans, skilled tradespeople, construction workers, mechanics, and individuals seeking a rewarding hands-on career are strongly encouraged to apply.
Employment Type: Full TimeSalary: $50,000 - $70,000 Annual
Bonus/Commission: No
Vacancy posted 7 days ago
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