Stone Fabricator - Handcutter

Stone Center•Columbus, OH

9d•$23 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Stone Center is hiring an experienced Stone Fabricator – Handcutter for its Columbus shop. The role involves shaping, cutting, and finishing natural stone by hand, transforming shop drawings into finished products such as caps, sills, treads, fireplace surrounds, and custom architectural details. The position is full-time, on-site, and follows a four-day, 10-hour-per-day schedule.

Requirements

Hands-on experience in at least one of the following areas: hand cutting or hand splitting stone; using hand tools such as chisels, hammers, rasps, and pitching tools on stone, masonry, or similar material; or grinding, honing, or polishing stone, countertops, terrazzo, or concrete.
Ability to read a tape measure accurately and follow drawings or templates.
Attention to detail and pride in producing quality finished work.
Ability to lift and carry heavy material and stand for a full shift.
Positive, respectful attitude and ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Background in stonemasonry, monument work, countertop fabrication, or masonry.
Experience reading shop drawings.
Experience with saws or other stone shop equipment.

Responsibilities

Hand cut, split, and dress limestone and other natural stone to size and profile using chisels, hammers, pitching tools, and small power tools.
Grind, hone, and polish stone surfaces and edges to a finished, customer-ready appearance.
Read shop drawings and templates; measure, mark, and lay out cuts accurately.
Shape custom pieces such as caps, sills, treads, fireplace surrounds, radius work, and architectural details.
Check work for square, level, and dimensions before it leaves the work station.
Repair chips and minor defects and touch up finished pieces as needed.
Operate shop equipment such as saws, grinders, and carving tools once trained.
Keep the work area clean and organized and follow shop safety practices.