Quarry Rock Splitters

Use tools to separate blocks of stone from a quarry.

Quarry Rock Splitters separate blocks of stone from a quarry, using jackhammers and wedges.

Wages	$22.85 per hour on average
Outlook	Statewide data not available
Education & Training	High School or less is needed for entry.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)
On the Job	Work Activities Cut tile, stone, or other masonry materials. Drill holes in earth or rock. Mark reference points on construction materials. Break up rock, asphalt, or concrete. Operate detonation equipment. Direct construction or extraction personnel.
Career Pathways	Natural Resources Systems
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