What is a stone cutter?

A stone cutter prepares rocks, stones, and cement for use in the construction of buildings and other structures. Job duties include reading and interpreting blueprints and building plans, getting and cutting stone materials, and making stones ready for floors, walls, and the interiors and exteriors of buildings. Qualifications for a career as a stone cutter vary depending on your employer. You can learn the skills of this masonry trade through an associate degree program, an apprenticeship, or on-the-job training.