Job Description:

• 1) Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in quarrying dimension stone: Schedules production or maintenance assignments of workers.

• 2) Marks area or dimensions of blocks to be removed from stone mass, using chalkline.

• 3) Fills blast holes with blasting agents and detonator, and notifies workers to evacuate area.

• 4) Detonates explosive, using blasting machine, to separate block from stone mass.

• 5) Signals HOISTING ENGINEER to lift blocks from pit to stockpile area.

• 6) Inspects blocks for defects such as cracks or discolorations.

• 7) Computes dimensions of and marks identifying data on blocks.

• 8) Fastens dogs into drilled holes in stone to facilitate loading on truck.

• 9) Compiles production and shipping records.

• 10) Performs other duties as described under SUPERVISOR Master Title.