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Rock Splitters, Quarry

Separate blocks of rough dimension stone from quarry mass using jackhammers, wedges, or chop saws.

Tasks Include:

  • Locate grain line patterns to determine how rocks will split when cut.
  • Remove pieces of stone from larger masses, using jackhammers, wedges, and other tools.
  • Insert wedges and feathers into holes, and drive wedges with sledgehammers to split stone sections from masses.
  • Mark dimensions or outlines on stone prior to cutting, using rules and chalk lines.



The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™; US Department of Labor (BLS); Virginia Workforce Connection. (Using onet291)

 

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National: +2.8%

 

Education

Less than a High School Diploma

Job Zone:

One: Little or No Preparation Needed

Income Range:

Highest ($50,000 and up)


Median Earnings:

 

National

$46,530.00

State

$65,880.00

Regional


 

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