Stone Miner
いしさいくつにん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Occupation that excavates and extracts rocks in quarries or mountainous areas to supply raw stones for building materials. Requires advanced skills such as blasting and heavy equipment operation, as well as safety management.
Description
Stone miners extract rocks through blasting and mechanical excavation in quarries or mines, supplying raw stones processed into architectural materials, paving materials, and sculpture materials. They follow mining plans based on geological surveys, handling safe blasting operations, operation of large heavy machinery, transportation of cut stones, and quality inspections. Since work is performed outdoors, risk management adapted to weather and terrain is essential.
Future Outlook
Domestic and international demand for stone materials is expected to remain stable in line with construction demand. Challenges include depletion of domestic resources, competition from imported materials, and strengthening environmental regulations. Investments in safety improvements and efficiency through IoT and automation technologies are progressing, making technology acquisition and environmental adaptability key.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Good Team Player / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Outdoor Work / Overtime Available / Project-based / Shift Work
Career Path
Apprentice Miner → Skilled Miner → Quarry Supervisor → Safety Management Technician → Site Supervisor
Required Skills
Blasting Technology / Heavy Equipment Operation / Mining Machinery Operation / Safety Management / Surveying and Marking
Recommended Skills
CAD Operation (Basic) / Environmental Conservation Knowledge / Geological Map Reading / Machinery Maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Overlooking cracks or defects in rocks can lead to accidents or quality degradation. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical strength for handling heavy objects, prolonged standing work, and outdoor tasks. |
| Stress Tolerance | Involves many dangerous tasks and harsh environments, requiring high tolerance. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Procedures are predetermined, with physical work taking precedence over analysis. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Much routine work with low demand for creativity. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | After proficiency, mainly routine work with moderate ongoing learning load. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Only needs to read survey data; no advanced mathematical analysis required. |
| Planning & Organization | Work plans are formulated by superiors, to be executed accordingly. |
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Aliases
- Quarry Technician
- Quarry Worker
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