Position Summary

The Stone Fabricator is responsible for the cutting of stone, quartz or granite, into a polished piece to be used for our finished products.

Essential Job Functions

1. Inspect the stone for any defects and imperfections.
2. Layout the stone and arrange the template of the pieces needed to be cut to ensure the best appearance of vein texture and color are being used.
3. Cut the stone slab into the desired pieces using a bridge saw.
4. Fabricate and polish the edges of the stone pieces.
5. Perform light maintenance on equipment as needed.
6. Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
7. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Knowledge and understanding of proper terms and vocabulary common to the construction field.
• Ability to quickly use addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Be able to accurately take measurements and have the knowledge to use various scale conversions.
• Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Assess and resolve minor problems.
• Commitment to adhere to our companies safety rules and guidelines by attending all required meetings and certification training.
• Knowledge of Architectural Woodwork Institute (AWI) standards.
• Knowledge of the fabrication process.
• Able to operate bridge saws, splitters, forklifts, and cranes.
• Ability to perform all types of edge work on stone.
• Knowledge of different measuring tools, power tools, and equipment utilized in the tile and stone industry.
• Ability to adapt to and accept constructive feedback and implement necessary corrections in a timely manner.
• Demonstrates attention to detail.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED (Preferred)
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in stone miter and fabrication.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

Physical Requirements  

• The employee is regularly required to stand for long periods of time.
• The employee will frequently require the use of their hands to handle objects, tools, or controls of various machinery.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision, ability to distinguish between colors, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to work in physically demanding jobs that include standing, kneeling, bending, lifting 50+ pounds regularly and working at varying heights.

Working Conditions 

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Various environmental conditions, including various temperatures and varying noise levels.

Travis Millwork, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.