Skills by Occupation

use traditional stone splitting techniques prepare stone for smoothing measure flatness of a surface operate precision measuring equipment tend planing machine quality standards dispose of cutting waste material types of sawing blades measure materials remove processed workpiece regulate cutting speed mark stone workpieces troubleshoot inspect stone surface supply machine types of stone for working ensure equipment availability wear appropriate protective gear supply machine with appropriate tools maneuver stone blocks

keep records of work progress maintain equipment consult technical resources perform test run operate lifting equipment operate grinding hand tools inspect quality of products lubricate engines use stonemason's chisel mechanical tools work ergonomically mechanics sharpen edged tools polish stone by hand set up the controller of a machine polish stone surfaces report defective manufacturing materials monitor automated machines