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Separate blocks of rough dimension stone from quarry mass using jackhammers, wedges, or chop saws.
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Separate blocks of rough dimension stone from quarry mass using jackhammers, wedges, or chop saws.
Rock Splitters, Quarry
Average
$41,970
ANNUAL
$20.18
HOURLY
Entry Level
$37,500
ANNUAL
$18.03
HOURLY
Mid Level
$41,720
ANNUAL
$20.06
HOURLY
Expert Level
$46,240
ANNUAL
$22.23
HOURLY
Rock Splitters, Quarry
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Projected job openings through 2030
Rock Splitters, Quarry
01
Locate grain line patterns to determine how rocks will split when cut.
02
Remove pieces of stone from larger masses, using jackhammers, wedges, and other tools.
03
Insert wedges and feathers into holes, and drive wedges with sledgehammers to split stone sections from masses.
04
Mark dimensions or outlines on stone prior to cutting, using rules and chalk lines.
05
Cut slabs of stone into sheets that will be used for floors or counters.
06
Set charges of explosives to split rock.
07
Drill holes along outlines, using jackhammers.
08
Drill holes into sides of stones broken from masses, insert dogs or attach slings, and direct removal of stones.
09
Cut grooves along outlines, using chisels.
Rock Splitters, Quarry
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Production and Processing
KNOWLEDGE
Mechanical
KNOWLEDGE
Mathematics
KNOWLEDGE
Education and Training
KNOWLEDGE
Public Safety and Security
SKILL
Operation and Control
SKILL
Operations Monitoring
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Monitoring
SKILL
Complex Problem Solving
ABILITY
Arm-Hand Steadiness
ABILITY
Multilimb Coordination
ABILITY
Control Precision
ABILITY
Static Strength
ABILITY
Trunk Strength
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