How much does a quarry worker make?

They read grain lines, mark a block, then drill holes and hammer in wedges or use a jackhammer to split it. They may cut slabs or help guide stone as it is lifted.

Did you know? Quarry workers “read” a rock’s grain lines to predict where it will split, then choose where to cut.

A high-school diploma or GED may help, but no formal credential is required; quarry workers learn tools on the job. Federal rules generally bar under-18s from most mining jobs, so quarry work typically starts at 18.

School needed: High school plus some training

Good for people who like building and doing and keeping things organized

Why does pay differ?

In the United States, experience, machine skills, and whether the job involves more complex work can affect pay; quarry and stone-manufacturing employers may pay differently. Local demand, living costs, and hours worked can also change what a worker earns.