Separate blocks of rough dimension stone from quarry mass using jackhammer and wedges.

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1. Locate grain line patterns to determine how rocks will split when cut.

2. Remove pieces of stone from larger masses, using jackhammers, wedges, and other tools.

3. Insert wedges and feathers into holes, and drive wedges with sledgehammers to split stone sections from masses.

4. Mark dimensions or outlines on stone prior to cutting, using rules and chalk lines.

5. Cut slabs of stone into sheets that will be used for floors or counters.

6. Set charges of explosives to split rock.

7. Drill holes along outlines, using jackhammers.

8. Drill holes into sides of stones broken from masses, insert dogs or attach slings, and direct removal of stones.

9. Cut grooves along outlines, using chisels.

Equipment Maintenance - Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.

Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Instructing - Teaching others how to do something.

Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Operation Monitoring - Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.

Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Management of Personnel Resources - Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.

Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Education and Training - Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.

Public Safety and Security - Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.

Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.

English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Job Zone One: Little or No Preparation Needed

Education: These occupations may require a high school diploma or GED certificate. Some may require a formal training course to obtain a license.

Training: Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few days to a few months of training. Usually, an experienced worker could show you how to do the job.

There are no school programs currently associated with this occupation

In NY the average wage for this occupation was:

$22,690 (per year) for entry level workers, and $27,620 (per year) for experienced workers.

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Based on the total number of annual openings and its growth rate, the employment prospects for this occupation are described as Favorable.

During 2006, there were approximately 3,883 Rock Splitters, Quarry employed in US.

We estimate that in 2016 there will be 4,858  employed in US. This represents an increase of 0 job(s) each year, and a total of 0 job openings each year.

There are no additional resources for this occupation.

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