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Loading and Moving Machine Operators, Underground Mining

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Description

Operate underground loading or moving machine to load or move coal, ore, or rock using shuttle or mine car or conveyors. Equipment may include power shovels, hoisting engines equipped with cable-drawn scraper or scoop, or machines equipped with gathering arms and conveyor.

Industry areas

  • Architecture & Construction
  • Transportation, Distribution & Logistics

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Salary

Average Salary

Salary

$57,900

State-by-state Salary

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$76,390
$37,860
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Education

Most Common Education Levels

People in this career achieve this level of education.

  • High school 52%
  • Less than high school 39%
  • Post-secondary certificate 6%
  • Associate's degree 1%
  • Some college 0%
  • Master's degree 0%
  • Doctoral degree 0%
  • Bachelor's degree 0%
  • Post baccalaureate 0%
  • Post-doctoral training 0%
  • Post-master's certificate 0%
  • First professional degree 0%

Knowledge

  • Mechanical
  • Education and Training
  • Public Safety and Security
  • English Language
  • Law and Government
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