[Core] [63% incumbents] Remove pieces of stone from larger masses, using jackhammers, wedges, and other tools.
  DWAs: Break up rock, asphalt, or concrete.

[Core] [63% incumbents] Insert wedges and feathers into holes, and drive wedges with sledgehammers to split stone sections from masses.
  DWAs: Break up rock, asphalt, or concrete.

[Core] [62% incumbents] Locate grain line patterns to determine how rocks will split when cut.
  DWAs: Examine physical characteristics of natural stone or stone products.

[Supplemental] [62% incumbents] Cut grooves along outlines, using chisels.
  DWAs: Cut tile, stone, or other masonry materials.

[Supplemental] [61% incumbents] Cut slabs of stone into sheets that will be used for floors or counters.
  DWAs: Cut tile, stone, or other masonry materials.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Mark dimensions or outlines on stone prior to cutting, using rules and chalk lines.
  DWAs: Mark reference points on construction materials.

[Supplemental] [59% incumbents] Drill holes into sides of stones broken from masses, insert dogs or attach slings, and direct removal of stones.
  DWAs: Drill holes in earth or rock. | Direct construction or extraction personnel.

[Supplemental] [58% incumbents] Set charges of explosives to split rock.
  DWAs: Operate detonation equipment.

[Supplemental] [57% incumbents] Drill holes along outlines, using jackhammers.
  DWAs: Break up rock, asphalt, or concrete.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:3.00 lvl:2.62) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Monitoring (imp:2.88 lvl:2.50) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Reading Comprehension (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Critical Thinking (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Speaking (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Writing (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Active Learning (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Production and Processing (imp:2.96 lvl:3.39) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Mechanical (imp:2.86 lvl:2.94) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Mathematics (imp:2.81 lvl:2.45) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Education and Training (imp:2.75 lvl:3.16) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.75 lvl:2.22) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Administration and Management (imp:2.74 lvl:2.42) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  English Language (imp:2.65 lvl:2.68) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.59 lvl:2.14) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:2.57 lvl:2.95) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Transportation (imp:2.54 lvl:2.48) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:2.44 lvl:1.90) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Building and Construction (imp:2.38 lvl:1.91) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:2.29 lvl:2.10) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Sales and Marketing (imp:2.26 lvl:1.79) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Administrative (imp:2.25 lvl:1.79) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Economics and Accounting (imp:2.24 lvl:2.01) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Design (imp:2.21) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Chemistry (imp:2.20 lvl:2.13) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Psychology (imp:2.19 lvl:1.35) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.17) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Physics (imp:2.17 lvl:2.64) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Foreign Language (imp:2.15 lvl:1.65) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Law and Government (imp:2.11 lvl:1.67) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.07 lvl:2.43) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Communications and Media (imp:2.06 lvl:0.77) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Telecommunications (imp:2.00) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.95 lvl:1.64) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Biology (imp:1.81 lvl:1.55) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.72) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  History and Archeology (imp:1.69) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Geography (imp:1.67) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Food Production (imp:1.64) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Fine Arts (imp:1.46) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform

--- ABILITIES ---
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.88 lvl:3.38) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.62 lvl:3.38) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Control Precision (imp:3.50 lvl:3.25) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Static Strength (imp:3.50 lvl:3.75) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Trunk Strength (imp:3.38 lvl:3.62) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Near Vision (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Stamina (imp:3.12 lvl:3.38) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Extent Flexibility (imp:3.12 lvl:3.62) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Visualization (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Dynamic Strength (imp:3.00 lvl:3.25) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Oral Expression (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Information Ordering (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Category Flexibility (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Selective Attention (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Rate Control (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Reaction Time (imp:2.88 lvl:3.38) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Depth Perception (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Speech Recognition (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.50) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Response Orientation (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.62 lvl:3.25) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.62 lvl:3.00) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Time Sharing (imp:2.50 lvl:2.62) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:2.50 lvl:2.75) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Far Vision (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Written Comprehension (imp:2.38 lvl:2.50) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.38 lvl:2.75) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Spatial Orientation (imp:2.25 lvl:1.88) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.25 lvl:1.75) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Written Expression (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Originality (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Number Facility (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Memorization (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Night Vision (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.88) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.25 lvl:0.50) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.84 lvl:4.89) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.75 lvl:4.94) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:3.61 lvl:3.93) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.50 lvl:3.64) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:3.40 lvl:3.14) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.33 lvl:3.97) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.10 lvl:3.52) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:3.04 lvl:3.52) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.03 lvl:2.95) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Getting Information (imp:3.00 lvl:3.15) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:2.93 lvl:2.92) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:2.89 lvl:2.48) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:2.88 lvl:3.78) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:2.82 lvl:3.20) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:2.73 lvl:2.40) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:2.70 lvl:3.04) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:2.68 lvl:2.40) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.67 lvl:2.04) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.66 lvl:2.05) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.63 lvl:2.55) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Processing Information (imp:2.55 lvl:2.46) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Thinking Creatively (imp:2.50 lvl:2.71) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.39 lvl:2.49) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.36 lvl:1.33) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.35 lvl:2.70) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:2.30 lvl:1.35) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.22 lvl:2.02) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.12 lvl:1.69) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.12 lvl:2.08) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.10 lvl:1.45) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.06 lvl:1.77) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:2.02 lvl:1.59) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.00 lvl:1.74) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:1.72 lvl:1.08) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Working with Computers (imp:1.64 lvl:0.81) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:1.63 lvl:0.88) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.61 lvl:0.68) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.59 lvl:1.01) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.55 lvl:1.14) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:1.50 lvl:1.05) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:1.39 lvl:0.70) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:1.88) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cautiousness (imp:1.63) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.51) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Perseverance (imp:1.00) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Dependability (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Stress Tolerance (imp:0.97) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.65) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Self-Control (imp:0.48) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.32) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Integrity (imp:0.21) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Cautiousness () — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Attention to Detail () — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity () — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Cooperation (imp:-0.17) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism (imp:-0.18) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Empathy (imp:-0.22) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Initiative (imp:-0.23) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability (imp:-0.23) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:-0.28) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Humility (imp:-0.45) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.52) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Innovation (imp:-0.59) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.59) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.79) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Operation and Control (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Coordination (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Time Management (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.25 lvl:2.50) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Service Orientation (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Repairing (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Persuasion (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Instructing (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Negotiation (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Systems Analysis (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Technology Design (imp:1.00) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Programming (imp:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 3,320
  annual_median    : $48,740
  annual_pct10     : $37,340
  annual_pct25     : $42,670
  annual_pct75     : $60,030
  annual_pct90     : $67,710
  annual_mean      : $51,500
  hourly_median    : $23.44

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Massachusetts ($66,000)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($22,810)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.893x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (20 total) ---
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:    2,920  median: $  48,540
  Manufacturing                            emp:      300  median: $  54,260
  Construction                             emp:       40  median: $  65,780

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (3 total) ---
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:    2,920  median: $  48,540
  Manufacturing                            emp:      300  median: $  54,260
  Construction                             emp:       40  median: $  65,780

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--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Bryn Eglwys quarry (similarity: 0.5000)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bryn_Eglwys_quarry
  QID: Q4980854
  Extract: Bryn Eglwys quarry was a slate quarry and mine near Abergynolwyn, in Merionethshire, Wales. More than 300 men worked at the site, making it the principal employer in the area. Two veins of slate, known as the Broad Vein and the Narrow Vein, were worked. The geology continues eastwards towards Corris

  Title: Split Rock, New York (similarity: 0.4286)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Split_Rock%2C_New_York
  QID: Q7578661
  Extract: Split Rock is a hamlet in the Town of Onondaga in Onondaga County, New York, United States. Today more a historic place than a community, Split Rock is a site of interest to industrial archeology. A limestone quarry was established in Split Rock by Gilbert Coons around 1834. In 1880, the Solvay Proc

  Title: Kentish ragstone (similarity: 0.1579)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kentish_ragstone
  QID: Q6392040
  Extract: Kentish ragstone is a hard grey limestone in Kent, England, drawn from the geological sequence known as the Hythe Beds of the Lower Greensand. For millennia it has been quarried for use both locally and further afield.

  Title: Split This Rock (similarity: 0.3784)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Split_This_Rock
  QID: Q7578676
  Extract: Split This Rock is a nonprofit organization based in Washington, D.C. that supports poetry and social activism. Founded in 2008, it was built from the DC Poets Against the War movement — which formed in response to the Iraq War — and takes its name from a poem by Langston Hughes. It is known for The

  Title: Tintagel Slate Quarries (similarity: 0.4889)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tintagel_Slate_Quarries
  QID: Q111947817
  Extract: Tintagel Slate Quarries fall into two categories: the series of quarries lying between Tintagel Castle and Trebarwith Strand on the north coast of Cornwall, South West England and the open cast quarries further inland. There are around eight cliff-edge quarries as well as two wharfs, all of which ar

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong occupational data with detailed task descriptions, clear skill requirements, and specific industry employment patterns. Limited by absence of Wikipedia reference but compensated by comprehensive O*NET data.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T00:07:32.872133+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,662
tokens_output        : 4,406
cost_usd             : $0.047578
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found for Rock Splitters occupation. Best semantic matches relate to specific quarries and geological formations rather than the occupation itself.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Rock Splitters extract and separate blocks of dimensional stone from quarry masses using jackhammers, wedges, and specialized tools. They perform precise cutting operations to locate natural grain patterns and split stone along fault lines for construction and manufacturing purposes. This physically demanding role requires understanding of stone geology and expertise with heavy equipment in quarry environments.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Rock Splitters begin by examining stone masses to locate grain line patterns that determine optimal splitting points. They use chalk lines and measuring tools to mark cutting dimensions on stone surfaces before drilling holes along predetermined outlines with jackhammers. Workers insert wedges and feathers into drilled holes, then drive wedges with sledgehammers to create controlled splits along natural fault lines. They operate chop saws and chisels to cut grooves and separate stone sheets for flooring or countertops. Throughout the workday, they handle and move heavy stone pieces using slings and mechanical equipment while monitoring safety procedures around explosive charges when needed.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel as Rock Splitters possess high realistic interests (RIASEC R:6.99) with strong mechanical aptitude and physical capabilities. They demonstrate exceptional arm-hand steadiness and multilimb coordination for precise tool control, combined with significant static and trunk strength for handling heavy stone materials. These workers exhibit high dependability and cautiousness given the safety-critical nature of quarry operations involving explosives and heavy machinery. Success requires attention to detail for identifying natural stone patterns and the stamina needed for sustained physical labor in outdoor quarry environments.

CAREER ENTRY:
Rock Splitters typically enter this field with limited formal education, as 49.5% hold less than a high school diploma and 31.5% have a high school diploma or equivalent according to education distribution data. Most skills are learned through on-the-job training in quarry operations, focusing on tool operation, safety procedures, and stone identification techniques. Entry-level workers often start as helpers or general laborers before advancing to specialized splitting operations. The Job Zone 2 classification indicates that very little to some preparation is needed beyond basic safety training.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Rock Splitters can advance to supervisory roles overseeing quarry operations or specialize in more complex stone cutting and shaping techniques. Career progression often leads to positions as quarry supervisors, equipment operators for larger machinery, or specialized stone craftspeople in manufacturing settings. Some workers transition to related construction trades like cement masonry or move into equipment maintenance roles within the mining industry. Advanced practitioners may become quarry managers or start independent stone contracting businesses.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
Rock Splitters earn a median annual wage of $48,740 according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, with employment concentrated at 3,320 workers nationally. Wages vary significantly by geography, ranging from $22,810 in Puerto Rico to $66,000 in Massachusetts, representing a 2.89x differential. The mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction industry employs 2,920 workers (88% of total), with smaller numbers in manufacturing (300) and construction (40). Employment is geographically concentrated in states with active stone quarries and construction activity. The specialized nature of this work and relatively small workforce suggests stable but limited growth opportunities tied to construction and infrastructure demand.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Rock Splitters face moderate automation risk as their work involves precise physical manipulation and pattern recognition that remain challenging for machines. While automated cutting equipment exists for some quarry operations, the ability to identify natural grain lines and make nuanced decisions about optimal splitting points requires human expertise and tactile feedback. The physically demanding nature of handling and moving objects (importance 3.8, level 4.9) and controlling machines and processes (importance 3.6, level 3.9) suggests that human workers will continue to be essential for complex stone extraction operations requiring adaptability to varying geological conditions.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [skill_overlap] Earth Drillers, Except Oil and Gas (47-5023.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles require drilling operations with high importance ratings and similar mechanical knowledge requirements.
    data: Drilling holes operations in both roles
    data: Mechanical knowledge importance 2.9
  [task_similarity] Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers (47-2051.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles involve breaking up rock/concrete materials and require similar physical strength abilities.
    data: Break up rock, asphalt, or concrete tasks
    data: Static Strength importance 3.5
  [knowledge_overlap] Stone Cutters and Carvers, Manufacturing (51-9195.03) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles require production and processing knowledge and work with stone materials requiring precision cutting.
    data: Production and Processing knowledge importance 3.0
    data: Stone cutting operations
  [riasec_cluster] Construction Laborers (47-2061.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles share high realistic interests and similar physical work requirements in construction environments.
    data: Realistic RIASEC profile R:6.99
    data: Physical work activities importance 3.8
  [career_pathway] Helpers--Extraction Workers (47-5081.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Represents typical entry point into extraction work before advancing to specialized rock splitting operations.
    data: Job Zone 2 classification
    data: Extraction industry employment concentration
  [transferable_skill] Sawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Wood (51-7041.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles require operation and control skills and coordinated cutting operations on natural materials.
    data: Operation and Control skill importance 3.2
    data: Cutting operations tasks

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['rock splitter', 'quarry worker', 'stone breaker', 'stone splitter', 'quarry driller', 'rock breaker', 'sandstone splitter', 'quarry operations']
  exclude_keywords : ['stone carver', 'mason', 'sculptor', 'tile setter', 'concrete finisher']
  title_patterns   : ['*Rock Splitter*', '*Stone Splitter*', '*Quarry*Splitter*', '*Rock Breaker*', '*Stone Breaker*']
  common_variations: ['quarry worker', 'rock picker', 'stone breaker', 'quarry driller', 'splitter operator', 'rockman', 'quarrying specialist', 'quarry chop saw operator']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['tendency', 'others', 'equipment', 'stone', 'rock', 'quarry', 'principles', 'operations', 'materials', 'control', 'objects', 'techniques', 'includes', 'ideas', 'procedures', 'physical', 'needed', 'body', 'rules', 'monitoring']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
tendency                   42  0.01531  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     38  0.01385  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
equipment                  29  0.01057  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:79%  inference:17%  dwas:3%
stone                      23  0.00839  inference            inference:65%  onet_tasks:17%  dwas:17%
rock                       17  0.00620  inference            inference:47%  dwas:24%  wikipedia:24%
quarry                     17  0.00620  inference            inference:53%  wikipedia:47%
principles                 16  0.00583  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
operations                 15  0.00547  inference            inference:47%  onet_dimensions:40%  wikipedia:13%
materials                  14  0.00510  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:71%  dwas:21%  inference:7%
control                    13  0.00474  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  inference:8%
objects                    13  0.00474  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  inference:8%
techniques                 12  0.00438  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:83%  inference:17%
includes                   12  0.00438  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
ideas                      11  0.00401  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
procedures                 10  0.00365  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  inference:20%
physical                   10  0.00365  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:60%  inference:30%  dwas:10%
needed                     10  0.00365  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:70%  inference:30%
body                       10  0.00365  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rules                       9  0.00328  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  onet_tasks:11%
monitoring                  9  0.00328  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
problems                    9  0.00328  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
machines                    9  0.00328  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
human                       9  0.00328  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
resources                   9  0.00328  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
construction                9  0.00328  inference            inference:56%  onet_dimensions:22%  dwas:22%
activities                  9  0.00328  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quickly                     9  0.00328  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00328  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
identifying                 9  0.00328  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
quarries                    9  0.00328  wikipedia            wikipedia:78%  inference:22%
tools                       8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  inference:25%  onet_tasks:12%
split                       8  0.00292  wikipedia            wikipedia:50%  onet_tasks:38%  inference:12%
needs                       8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
production                  8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
standards                   8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
moving                      8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
events                      8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
hand                        8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
performing                  8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
actions                     8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%