Stone Splitter (Quarry)
いしわりさぎょういん（さいせきじょう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that involves quarrying stone materials at a quarry and splitting stones using hand tools or machinery.
Description
Quarry stone splitters are responsible for extracting bedrock or natural stones at quarry sites. They use hand tools such as hammers, chisels, drills, and wedges, or small-scale blasting as needed, to create cracks and efficiently and safely quarry stone materials. The work is physically demanding, requiring observational skills to assess stone characteristics and crack directions, as well as teamwork. Extracted stones are loaded using forklifts or cranes and handed over to the next process. Knowledge of safety management and heavy equipment operation is required.
Future Outlook
Demand for stone materials as construction resources is stable, but advancements in mechanization and labor-saving measures may lead to changes in work content and workforce reduction. Demand for skilled workers is expected to continue.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Diligent / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Heavy Equipment Operation / On-Site Stationed / Outdoor Work / Shift Work / Team Work
Career Path
Stone Splitter (Quarry) Apprentice → Stone Splitter → Quarry Foreman → Safety Manager → Quarry Technician
Required Skills
Hand Tool Operation / Rock Fissure Judgment / Stone Splitting Equipment Operation / Use of Safety Devices and Protective Gear
Recommended Skills
Basic Blasting Techniques / Forklift Operation Skills / Slinging Skills / Small Vehicle Construction Machinery Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Missing stone cracks can lead to accidents or defective products. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | High physical strength is needed to handle heavy stones. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Primarily manual work with little need for advanced logical thinking. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Procedures are fixed, so little creativity is required. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Much of the work follows instructions. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Acquisition of specialized knowledge is limited. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Numerical calculations are rarely needed. |
| Planning & Organization | Work plans are often created by superiors. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Slinging Skills Training
- Small Vehicle Construction Machinery Operation Training
Aliases
- Stone Cutting Worker
- Stone Splitting Worker
Related Jobs
- Heavy Equipment Operator
- Mine Worker
- Quarry Technician
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