How much does a furnace repairer make?

In the U.S., pay can differ with experience, useful skills or certifications, the employer or industry, and location. Harder, more specialized repair tasks may pay differently, and hours worked, overtime, or shift premiums can change total earnings.

Build or repair equipment such as furnaces, kilns, cupolas, boilers, converters, ladles, soaking pits, and ovens, using refractory materials.

What's a typical day like?

They measure a furnace or ladle, chip away worn lining, then mix heat-resistant material and smooth or spray it into place. In a hot, noisy factory, they may climb scaffolding and wear protective gear as the lining dries.

In the U.S., the usual starting point is a high school diploma or GED, followed by an entry-level furnace-repair job. Workers learn to handle the materials and tools on the job, with training ranging from a few days to about a year.

High school plus some training (preparation level 2 of 5)

Good for people who like building and doing and keeping things organized.

To dry a new lining, workers may build a fire inside a ladle or use a blowtorch.