Bridge Saw Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $20-$25

About the Role

We're looking for a skilled Bridge Saw Operator to join our countertop fabrication team. If you take pride in clean cuts, love working with natural stone, and know your way around a bridge saw, we'd love to meet you. This is a hands-on shop role where your precision and craftsmanship directly show up in the finished product that ends up in someone's home or business.

What You'll Do

- Operate a bridge saw to cut granite, marble, quartz, and other natural or engineered stone slabs to customer specifications

- Read and interpret shop drawings, cut sheets, and job templates to ensure accurate dimensions

- Set up and adjust saw blades, water systems, and cutting parameters for different materials and thicknesses

- Inspect slabs for flaws, cracks, or inconsistencies before cutting and flag any issues

- Perform routine maintenance on the bridge saw (blade changes, water filtration checks, calibration)

- Keep your work area clean, safe, and organized wet stone and slab handling require constant attention to safety

- Coordinate with the fabrication team to keep jobs moving on schedule

- Handle and store slabs properly using hoists, A-frames, or other lifting equipment

What We're Looking For

- Hands-on experience operating a bridge saw in a stone fabrication environment

- Ability to read cut sheets and translate measurements into accurate cuts

- Solid understanding of stone material properties how different stones cut, chip, or behave under the blade

- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality

- Comfortable working in a shop environment

- Ability to lift and maneuver heavy slabs safely, with or without mechanical assistance

- Team player who communicates well and keeps things moving

- Experience with CNC machines, waterjet cutters, or edge polishing equipment

- Familiarity with common fabrication software or digital templating tools

- OSHA 10 or relevant safety certification

Physical Requirements

- Ability to stand for extended periods and work in a shop environment

- Comfortable lifting 50+ lbs regularly; heavier with team or mechanical assistance

- Fine motor control for precise setups and adjustments

What We Offer

- Competitive pay based on experience

- A collaborative shop team that takes craftsmanship seriously

- Opportunities to grow into more advanced fabrication roles

- Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA Employer Contribution and 401k