Stone Splitter
いしわりこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A craftsman who cuts and splits raw stone materials at quarries or factories and processes them into specified shapes and dimensions for building materials, decorative stones, etc.
Description
Stone splitters handle raw stones at quarries or stone processing factories, using wire saws, diamond tools, chisels, blasting techniques, etc., to cut, split, and shape stone materials. They perform measurements and marking, and operate heavy equipment such as cranes and forklifts to transport and install large stones. Processing is required to meet various uses such as building materials, monuments, and landscape stones, with safety management and dimensional accuracy being important. Work is mainly outdoors and in factories, requiring essential teamwork.
Future Outlook
Demand for building materials and landscape stones is stable, but as mechanization and automation technologies advance, skills in machine operation and acquiring automation technology will be required.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility / Team-oriented
Work Style
Career Path
Apprentice Stone Splitter → Stone Splitter → Group Leader → Site Supervisor → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Handling Diamond Tools / Heavy Equipment Operation (Forklift, Crane) / Surveying / Wire Saw Operation
Recommended Skills
CAD (Processing Drawing Creation) / Knowledge of Stone Properties / Polishing and Finishing Techniques / Safety and Health Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because precision in stone dimensions and cutting lines is required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because handling heavy stones and prolonged standing work are required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because the work is routine and does not require much creative thinking. |
Related Qualifications
- Crane Operator (Including Small Mobile Types)
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Slinging Skills Training
Aliases
- Quarrier
- Quarry Worker
- Stone Fabricator
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