RHI Magnesita · 14 hours ago
Traveling Service Technician
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expRHI Magnesita is the leading global supplier of high-grade refractory products, systems, and solutions critical for high-temperature processes in various industries. The Traveling Service Technician role involves installing and servicing refractory products at customer locations across the U.S., requiring extensive travel and hands-on technical work in extreme temperature manufacturing environments.
IndustrialIndustrial ManufacturingMining
Responsibilities
Install brick shapes and combinations in rotary kilns
Key and lock brick rings using pneumatic brick rig equipment
Perform welding, cutting, grinding, anchor installation, forming, and pouring
Apply refractory materials using gunite and shotcrete systems
Interpret and understand technical drawings (anchor centering patterns, brick combinations, etc.)
Pull measurements for centering, lining thickness, and project setup
Conduct preventative maintenance on tools and machinery
Use handheld power tools (drills, saws, grinders, etc.)
Operate industrial equipment (forklifts, manlifts, scissor lifts, Brokk machines)
Operate precision tools including 3D scanners, laser thermometers, and thermal cameras
Complete ovality and kiln audits
Support refractory material trials at customer sites
Travel extensively (up to 80%) with varying shift start times (8–16 hour shifts)
Qualification
Required
5+ years of refractory or industrial maintenance experience
High School Diploma or GED
Journeyman Bricklayer or similar trade certification
Experience with gunite and shotcrete applications
Ability to operate forklifts and industrial equipment
Valid Driver's License
Passport or ability to obtain
MSHA Part 46b or 48 (or ability to obtain)
OSHA 10 or 30 (or ability to obtain)
Ability to maintain accurate expenses (Concur preferred)
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Competency with Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Excel, Word, SharePoint)
Demonstrated passion, integrity, hard work, and professionalism
Ability to represent RHIM professionally at all customer locations
Ability to stand on feet 10–12 hours per day
Ability to lift 50 lbs repeatedly
Ability to climb ladders, steps, and elevated platforms
Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights up to 100 ft
Preferred
Rotary kiln experience strongly preferred
Experience with precision measuring equipment (scanners, lasers, thermal cameras) preferred
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision
401(k)
Competitive leave package
Employee Assistance Program
Paid travel and mileage
Company
RHI Magnesita
RHI Magnesita is an industrial company that supplies refractory products, systems, and services.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2017-10-27IPO
Leadership Team
Karen Frazier
HR Business Partner
Ronesha Willis, SPHR
Human Resources Business Partner
Recent News
2025-12-18
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