Available Careers
BGA members firms are looking for team members to be a part of the next generation, using new tools from advanced software to precision cutting machines. This is your chance for a career in one of Vermont’s most exciting industries. To learn more about specific job openings, please scroll down the page below.
Assistant Controller
Barre, VT
The Assistant Controller reports to the Division Controller and assist in overseeing accounting operations for Rock of Ages Corporation and its subsidiaries. He / She applies accounting principles to record financial information and prepare financial reports as well as assist the Controller in financial duties including budgeting, financial reporting, and audits. This position plays a critical role in producing accurate and timely financial information to managers and company headquarters.
Washstand Inspector (Quality Control)
Spruce Mountain Granites is seeking a Washstand Inspector (Quality Control) at our downtown Barre plant. This job consists of building crates, washing stone and driving trucks. Must be able to drive using a standard transmission, learn how to inspect the stone, and shipping. For details, call Scott Vaillancourt @802-279-2929
Experienced Lumper / Polisher / Maintenance Technician
Barre, VT
– Maintenance technician
Quarry Worker
Barre, VT
ROCK OF AGES CORPORATION is looking for hard working, positive team players to fill quarry positions at our Barre & Bethel, VT locations.
This is an outdoor job involving the extraction of granite from our drive-in quarries. Tasks may include climbing ladders, occasional lifting and carrying more than 60 pounds, running quarry wire saws, drills, etc. Experience in the construction, farming or stone industry is highly desirable, but prior mining experience is not required because WE WILL TRAIN YOU.
Experience operating heavy equipment is a plus, but not necessary. This position generally has a winter layoff, late December to the first week of April, with a sign-up for winter work and typically about 50% still working. This is a full-time union position, which pays between $20.00 and $25.00 per hour based on experience, plus we offer comprehensive group benefits including a 401k plan with company match.
Experienced Sandblast position
Barre, VT
For employment inquiries at Buttura & Gherardi, please forward your resume to info@graniteartisans.com or stop by and complete an application.
Multiple Openings: Stone Cutter, Finisher, Sawer, Polisher, Sales Representative, Customer Service Representative
Barre, VT
Global Values Inc. is a manufacturer of monuments well-known for their high-quality craftsmanship. We are expanding in our Barre location looking to fill multiple positions. We are looking for an experienced stone cutter, finisher, sawer, polisher and an all-around person who can move around between sawing, polishing etc. We are also looking for good sales people, customer service, people who are good with numbers who can manage inventory. Please contact Karen 802-476-8000 or email barrejobs@granitevalues.com
Apprentice Draftsperson/CAD Operator
Websterville, VT
All serious inquires please send resume to sales@adamsgranite.com Applications are also available at our office: Adams Granite Company, 58 Pitman Rd, Websterville, VT
All-Around Stone Cutter
Websterville, VT
All serious inquires please send resume to sales@adamsgranite.com Applications are also available at our office: Adams Granite Company, 58 Pitman Rd, Websterville, VT
Rock Pitch Stonecutter
Barre, VT
For employment inquiries at Buttura & Gherardi, please forward your resume to paige@graniteartisans.com or stop by and complete an application.
Sandblasting Department
Websterville, VT
All serious inquires please send resume to sales@adamsgranite.com Applications are also available at our office: Adams Granite Company, Websterville, VT
Equipment Operator – 2nd Shift
Barre, VT
Swenson Granite Works seeks an Equipment Operator for our second shift – 3:00pm to 1:30am, Monday thru Thursday.
This is a year-round, full-time position. Duties include using a variety of computer equipment to slab, polish, split, finish and size product, ensure dimensions are correct using a tape measure and/or template keep work area clean and organized, and communicate with Production, Expediter and Transportation team members as needed.
Swenson Granite Works offers competitive wages and excellent health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits, as well as a generous 401k plan.
Tourism Development & Guest Services Manager
Graniteville, VT
Are you a passionate and energetic leader who thrives on inspiring your team to deliver extraordinary guest experiences? Does your background in hospitality, recreation or other consumer-driven industry give you the confidence and know-how to successfully lead a 5+ person team overseeing tour operations while tackling established marketing objectives? If so, we have the perfect full-time position for you!
Job Responsibilities
- Responsible for growing the number of guests who visit the Rock of Ages Visitor Center as well as building brand awareness.
- Oversee Visitor Center administration of the Visitor Center budget, generating reports, managing inventory levels and tracking expenditures.
- Development of new thematic tour experiences, as well as create the strategy to market those experiences to the public and/or tour operators.
- Responsible for building and managing photo asset library for use in promotional materials for the tourism sector. Identify photo needs and coordinate photoshoots with influencers and business partners.
- Recruit, train, motivate and manage tour guides.
- Attend and coordinate networking events with area tourism affiliates and coach tour organizations.
- Coordinate and host special events at the Rock of Ages Visitor Center.
Stone Cutters – 2nd Shift
Barre, VT
Swenson Granite Works seeks Stone Cutters to fill several openings for our second shift – 3:00pm to 1:30am, Monday thru Thursday.
These are year-round, full-time positions. Duties include using a 5 to 10 pound hammer in conjunction with a steel chisel to produce desired finish, ensures dimensions are correct using a tape measure and/or template, records production metrics using tracking system, uses drills and other power tools to meet specifications related to dimensions and finish, keeps work area clean by shoveling waste stone material into waste bins, and occasionally uses overhead cranes to move product.
Swenson Granite Works offers competitive wages and excellent health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits, as well as a generous 401k plan.
Administrative Assistant
Barre, VT
Progressive large granite manufacturer is seeking an addition to their Administrative team. Successful candidate should be a team player that works well with others. They should have a good phone presence, astute math skills, accuracy and able to multi-task in a fast-paced office environment. A good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel is preferred. Duties to include order entry, manufacturing and Sales team support, phone as well as other general office tasks. Starting pay will depend on skill levels and relevant work experience. This is a full-time position from 8-5 and includes very good benefits.
Adams Granite has an established reputation in the industry as on of the finest manufacturers, offering both quality granite and superior craftsmanship. We are a family owned business in existence since 1934.
There is plenty of growth and opportunity at Adams Granite Company. All serious inquires please send resumes to: sales@adamsgranite.com or Adams Granite Company, PO Box 126, Barre, VT 05641
Customer Sales Representative
Barre, VT
Job Description
Adams Granite is seeking an addition to their sales team. Successful candidate should be a team player that works well with others. This is a full time position, Monday – Friday and includes very good benefits. Starting pay will depend on skill level and relevant work experience.
Responsibilities
- Establish and maintain customer relationships
- Assist all customer inquiries via phone, email and quoting potential new work
- Using and learning our ERP software system
- Identify sales opportunities with existing and prospective customer
- Possible periodic travel to visit customers
Qualifications
- Prefer a 4 year college degree but not required
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to learn new software – knowledge of Microsoft and Excel is a plus
- Candidate must be able to multitask while staying detail oriented
- Previous granite industry experience preferred
- Previous sales experience
Adams Granite has an established reputation in the industry as one of the finest manufactures, offering both quality granite and superior craftsmanship. We are a family owned business in existence since 1934. To apply, please send resumes to sales@adamsgranite.com or mail to Adams Granite Company, PO Box 126, Barre, VT 05641 https://www.adamsgranite.org/
Experienced Lumper
Barre, VT
For employment inquiries at Buttura & Gherardi, please forward your resume to paige@graniteartisans.com or stop by and complete an application.
Industrial Products Precision Lapper
Graniteville, VT
Rock of Ages Corporation is looking for an Industrial Products Precision Lapper at our Graniteville, VT location. The primary responsibility is to help the production team to get the finished products ready to ship once most of the machine-work is done. The position will be full-time once a three-month probationary period has been met. Starting hourly wage at $17.00/per hour up to $25.65/per hour.
Accounts Payable Assistant
Barre, VT
Swenson Granite Works, a division of Polycor, has an immediate opening for a full-time Accounts Payable Assistant. The position will be located at the AFCO Plant (54 Willey Street, Barre, VT). Duties of the Accounts Payable Assistant include providing administrative support to our managers and employees, assisting in daily office needs, and managing our company’s general administrative activities. At the center of the action, this position is key in the daily activities of our plant. The ideal candidate is a versatile person who values a strong work ethic. The job requires multitasking and prioritizing abilities in a fast-paced environment. Resourcefulness is one of your greatest skills. At Swenson Granite Works, our colleagues are our working family. We are looking for adding a member to our team that will represent our values of being success-oriented with a positive attitude.
Finish Cutter
Graniteville, VT
Rock of Ages Corporation is looking for a Finish Cutter at our Graniteville, VT plant.
A Finish Cutter’s duties include hand cutting letters, background clean up and cutting of rock borders.
This is a full-time union position, starting pay will be based on experience, plus we offer comprehensive group benefits including a 401k plan with company match. If you are already in the granite industry, the starting pay would be at the Union bill or negotiable depending on experience.
Administrative Assistant
Barre, VT
Global Values is looking for an administrative assistant to help upload orders, process orders, and many other office tasks. If you feel that you have good office skills, please call 476-8000.
Crane Operator
Graniteville, VT
ROCK OF AGES CORPORATION is looking for a hard-working, positive team player to fill our Crane Operator position at our Graniteville, VT plant.
Tasks include crane operation, washing and boxing stone. This position requires being able to lift up to 50lbs and being on feet all day. Experience in manufacturing is desirable, not required because WE WILL TRAIN YOU.
This is a full-time union position, which starts at $19.50 per hour, plus we offer comprehensive group benefits including a 401k plan with company match. If you are already in the granite industry, the starting pay would be at the Union bill or negotiable depending on experience.
2nd Shift Sawyer
Graniteville, VT
Rock of Ages seeks a 2nd Shift Sawyer to join our team at our Graniteville, Vermont plant.
Duties include placing blocks on saws safely and verify the blocks are secure on dunnage, assist with the safe removal of blocks from saw area, keep saw area clean, assist with programming saws so blocks meet production needs and maximize slab recovery from each block.
This is a full-time position with an excellent wage which includes a shift premium. Starting rate will depend on work experience and skill level. Shift is Monday – Thursday, 3:00pm – 1:30am. Rock of Ages also offers excellent health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits, as well as a generous 401k plan.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Machinist
Graniteville, VT
We have an opening for the position of Machinist to join our Maintenance team at Rock of Ages. Our craftsmen and craftswomen extract, cut and transform stone to create beautiful granite products for our valued customers in the U.S. and abroad.
We are looking to add a member to our maintenance team who will contribute to the operation of computers and machines that create precision parts used in manufacturing. The primary responsibility is to machine metal pieces according to production drawings for special parts or standard inserts. The candidate will also be involved in regular maintenance to ensure plant equipment remains operational.
Join our family and fall in love with natural stone!
Health & Safety Specialist
Barre, VT
Rock of Ages, a division of Polycor, has an immediate opening for a Health & Safety Specialist. This is a hands-on role with a focus on regulatory and risk management, monitoring, and measurement of safety performance. Your role will be to drive a culture of safety accountability throughout the organization through coaching and supporting team members. The Health and Safety Specialist will be responsible for creating value through their leadership focusing on continued management commitment and employee ownership. The successful candidate will be critical in supporting initiatives for continuous improvement and transformation for our businesses.
The position reports directly to the HR and Health and Safety Manager for New England and Pennsylvania. This role will focus on supporting and guiding quarries and manufacturing facilities in the Vermont area. Travel will be a requirement.
Maintenance Technician
Barre, VT
Swenson Granite Works is seeking a Maintenance Technician at our Barre, Vermont, location. This is a year-round, full-time union position. Starting salary is $22 – $26 per hour based on experience.
Repairs and performs preventative maintenance of all equipment including the diagnosis and repair of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic related issues, Performs PMs on all production equipment as assigned, Disassembles motors, gearboxes, chain drive systems and associated components and cleans and organizes parts as needed, Performs routine safety inspections of shop equipment and production equipment, Helps maintain an inventory of spare parts, lubricants, used parts from old equipment and petroleum products, as well as other necessary supplies, Maintain a clean and organized working area, and Follows all industry safety practices, fall protection, lock-out tag-out and NFP70E.
Maintenance Technician, 2nd Shift
Barre, VT
Swenson Granite Works is seeking a Maintenance Technician for our second shift – 1:00pm to 11:30pm, Monday – Thursday, at our Barre, VT location. This is a year-round, full- time union position. Starting salary is $22 – $26 per hour based on experience.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED
Repairs and performs preventative maintenance of all equipment including the diagnosis and repair of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic related issues, Performs PMs on all production equipment as assigned, Disassembles motors, gearboxes, chain drive systems and associated components and cleans and organizes parts as needed, Performs routine safety inspections of shop equipment and production equipment, Helps maintain an inventory of spare parts, lubricants, used parts from old equipment and petroleum products, as well as other necessary supplies, Maintain a clean and organized working area, and Follows all industry safety practices, fall protection, lock-out tag-out and NFP70E.
Maintenance Mechanic
Woodbury, VT
Swenson Granite Works is looking for an experienced Maintenance Mechanic to join our team at our Woodbury, Vermont location.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED
This full-time position performs the duties of a Maintenance Mechanic by maintaining equipment used in the granite quarry process, such as front-end loaders, forklifts, drills, generators, saws and compressors.
Duties include, troubleshooting equipment failures, performing routine safety inspections of shop and equipment, maintaining an inventory of materials, parts and other necessary supplies, prepare and analyze cost from outside vendors, repair and perform preventive maintenance of all mobile equipment, disassembles motors, pumps and components and cleans parts, and cleans tools and working parts.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Education and/or Experience requires, minimum of 4 years’ experience in a manufacturing and/or quarry setting, personnel skills to work with all departments and vendors to reduce downtime and increase output, welding (MIG and Stick) and fabricating, preventative maintenance (PM) and implementing a PM program, and knowledge of OSHA/MSHA compliance matters.
Quarry Technician
Woodbury, VT
Quarry Technician, Swenson Granite Company LLC (DBA: Swenson Gray Granite/Swenson Vermont Blue Granite), 369 North State Street, Concord, NH 03301, seeks to fill 5 temporary full-time openings from April 1, 2023, to November 1, 2023, at Woodbury Quarry located at 1127 Cabot Road, Woodbury, VT 05681 (Washington County).
Employer contact information: Kimberly Ann Morgan, Business HR & Health & Safety Manager, 603-491-2134, kmorgan@swensongranite.com
Job Duties: Extracting stone from quarries for building materials. Operating different types of drilling equipment (pneumatic drilling tools, wire saw, jackhammer, sledge hammer, pressure washer, & manlift such as Tamrock 550 Double Drill, Tamrock 550 Lift Drill, Tamrock 600 Slot Drill, Marini Voyager DTH Track Drill, Dazzini DTH Track Drill, Bennetti DTH, Tamrock Zoom Rail, & Plug Drills) in a quarry & trim yard environment. Drilling deep holes, lift holes, & channel operations in high-pressure conditions. Operating up to 3 to 5 saws simultaneously. Threading diamond wire through connected vertical & horizontal boreholes. Tipping lines (slab of varying sizes) onto the ground with the use of Hydro bags, air bags & loaders equipped with tipping booms. Inspecting ground conditions. Ensuring stone is blocked against movement once on the ground. Laying of dimensional sizes. Drilling & breaking lines. Installing railings & warning lines utilizing the use of pry-bars to pry stone, & lifting and/or carrying wire rope & chain slings (weighing in excess of 40-pounds). Lifting and/or carrying other miscellaneous equipment & materials in excess of 50-pounds. Assisting equipment operators with setting machinery, installing up to 2” mining pins, & sealing of highwalls. Ensuring the installation of removal of ladder & ladder systems. Observing strict safety regulations.
Minimum Requirements: No education & experience required. All required on-the-job training will be provided to the worker including on-site training to become familiar with the different types of equipment & work processes. Must be able to: Safely operate 25–30-pound pneumatic tools, 50-pound pneumatic drills, 8-pound sledge hammers, & 60-foot manlifts; Work in outdoor environment with extreme weather conditions (cold, hot, rain, etc.), with high noise levels, at times; Work, ascend, & descent ladders up to 200 feet in height; Safely lift and/or carry equipment & materials in excess of 50-pounds. Must pass pre-employment drug screening, background, & employment eligibility (E-Verify) checks. Post-accident & upon suspicion of use drug testing required.