Stone Cutters and Carvers, Manufacturing
What is a Stone Cutters and Carvers, Manufacturing?
Stone Cutters and Carvers, Manufacturing are skilled artisans who specialize in the shaping and finishing of stone for various applications, including construction, sculpture, and decorative arts. They utilize hand tools and machinery to cut, carve, and polish stone materials such as granite, marble, limestone, and slate into precise shapes and designs. Their work often involves interpreting architectural and artistic designs to create intricate details and finishes that enhance the structural integrity and aesthetic appeal of stone products.
This profession requires a deep understanding of different types of stone, as well as meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy in measurements and artistry in the final product. Stone cutters and carvers may work on a wide range of projects including monuments, gravestones, countertops, flooring, and customized stone features for buildings. Their craftsmanship is crucial in preserving traditional techniques while also incorporating modern technologies in stone processing.
Working in this field can involve a variety of tasks from selecting the right type of stone based on the intended use, to using specialized tools for cutting and shaping, and finally to the finishing touches that make a piece truly unique. Safety measures are also important, as the use of heavy materials and sharp tools can pose risks. Overall, stone cutters and carvers play a vital role in the manufacturing industry, bridging the gap between raw materials and finished stone products that grace various landscapes and structures.
Tasks
- Verify depths and dimensions of cuts or carvings to ensure adherence to specifications, blueprints, or models, using measuring instruments.
- Move fingers over surfaces of carvings to ensure smoothness of finish.
- Shape, trim, or touch up roughed-out designs with appropriate tools to finish carvings.
- Lay out designs or dimensions from sketches or blueprints on stone surfaces, freehand or by transferring them from tracing paper, using scribes or chalk and measuring instruments.
- Cut, shape, and finish rough blocks of building or monumental stone, according to diagrams or patterns.
Technology Skills
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Spreadsheet software
- Microsoft Excel
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Graphics or photo imaging software
- Corel Paint Shop Pro
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Word processing software
- Microsoft Word
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Time accounting software
- Timekeeping software
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Inventory management software
- Inventory control software
Tools Used
- Cold chisels
- Hammers
- Rock cutters
- Pneumatic hammer
- Abrasive stones
Knowledge
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Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
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Production and Processing
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
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Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
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English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
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Administration and Management
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
Skills
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Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
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Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
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Judgment and Decision Making
Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
Abilities
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Arm-Hand Steadiness
The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
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Control Precision
The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
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Manual Dexterity
The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
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Near Vision
The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
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Finger Dexterity
The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
Education
How much education does a new hire need to perform a job in this occupation?
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High school diploma or equivalent
or: GED, High School Equivalency Certificate
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Less than high school diploma
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Post-secondary certificate
Awarded for training completed after high school (for example, in Personnel Services, Engineering-related Technologies, Vocational Home Economics, Construction Trades, Mechanics and Repairers, Precision Production Trades)
Work Activities
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Handling and Moving Objects
Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
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Controlling Machines and Processes
Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
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Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft.
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Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
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Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Detailed Work Activities
- Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications.
- Inspect finishes of workpieces or finished products.
- Review blueprints or other instructions to determine operational methods or sequences.
- Engrave designs, text, or other markings onto materials, workpieces, or products.
- Trim excess material from workpieces.
Work Interests
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Realistic
Work involves designing, building, or repairing of equipment, materials, or structures, engaging in physical activity, or working outdoors. Realistic occupations are often associated with engineering, mechanics and electronics, construction, woodworking, transportation, machine operation, agriculture, animal services, physical or manual labor, athletics, or protective services.
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Artistic
Work involves creating original visual artwork, performances, written works, food, or music for a variety of media, or applying artistic principles to the design of various objects and materials. Artistic occupations are often associated with visual arts, applied arts and design, performing arts, music, creative writing, media, or culinary art.
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Conventional
Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or human resources.
Job Outlook
Projected salary and job growth
$32540.0 - $59740.0
New job opportunities are likely in the future. : Average
Assessment
Related assessments and tests
No assessment available.