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Also known as: Driller, Quarry Chop Saw Operator, Quarry Driller, Quarry Plug and Feather Driller
The alarm blares long before sunrise. You drive to the quarry, the air already cool and dusty. At the gear shed, you pull on your steel-toed boots, secure your hard hat, and put on safety glasses and ear protection. You grab your respirator. Before heading to the rock face, the crew gathers for a quick briefing, discussing the day’s production targets and safety checks. Today, you're assigned to a section of limestone, a familiar challenge.
Software and technologies flagged by O*NET as Hot or In-Demand for this role.
O*NET flags this career as a Bright Outlook occupation: grows rapidly over the next decade.
+5.8%
US average: +3.5%
400
per year (US)
3,500
in 2025 → 3,700 (2035)
No formal educational credential
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections; O*NET Bright Outlook.
How this work is typically performed, based on O*NET work context data.
Source: O*NET Work Context (v31.0)
This career is growing, with about 400 openings expected each year through 2035 and a projected employment change of +5.8%. The median annual wage for this role is around $48,740. While a high school diploma is typically sufficient to start, many advance by gaining experience or specializing.
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Where it can lead
$48,740
Median annual wage, BLS 2025
Bachelor's Degree
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