How do they match: Metal-Refining Furnace Operators and Tenders

  • Metal-Refining Furnace Operators and Tenders

  • ARC and AOD Melter
  • Arc and Argon Oxygen Decarburization Melter

  • Direct work crews in the cleaning and repair of furnace walls and flooring.
  • Inspect furnaces and equipment to locate defects and wear.

  • Adjust equipment controls to regulate coolant flow.
  • Adjust equipment controls to regulate gas flow.
  • Adjust flow of electricity to tools or production equipment.
  • Adjust temperature controls of ovens or other heating equipment.
  • Calculate specific material, equipment, or labor requirements for production.
  • Clean production equipment.
  • Ignite fuel to activate heating equipment.
  • Inspect production equipment.
  • Load materials into production equipment.
  • Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment.
  • Watch operating equipment to detect malfunctions.