Roof Bolters, Mining
SOC Code: 47-5043 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Operate machinery to install roof support bolts in underground mine.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Roof Bolters, Mining. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casper, WY | $109,491 | $110,822 | $112,133 | $113,464 |
| Western Wyoming nonmetropolitan area | $109,491 | $110,822 | $112,133 | $113,464 |
| Eastern Wyoming nonmetropolitan area | $109,491 | $110,822 | $112,133 | $113,464 |
| Cheyenne, WY | $109,491 | $110,822 | $112,133 | $113,464 |
| Southwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area | $68,848 | $73,986 | $79,144 | $84,282 |
| Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford, VA | $68,848 | $73,986 | $79,144 | $84,282 |
| Roanoke, VA | $68,848 | $73,986 | $79,144 | $84,282 |
| Kingsport-Bristol, TN-VA | $68,848 | $73,986 | $79,144 | $84,282 |
| Southside Virginia nonmetropolitan area | $68,848 | $73,986 | $79,144 | $84,282 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $68,370 | $73,653 | $78,936 | $84,219 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Operation and Control | 3.6 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.4 | |
| Operations Monitoring | 3.2 | |
| Troubleshooting | 3.2 | |
| Monitoring | 3.2 | |
| Equipment Maintenance | 3.1 | |
| Active Listening | 3.1 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.0 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.0 | |
| Coordination | 3.0 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Production and Processing | 3.7 |
| Education and Training | 3.5 |
| Public Safety and Security | 3.5 |
| Mechanical | 3.5 |
| Law and Government | 3.0 |
| Administration and Management | 3.0 |
| English Language | 2.6 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 2.5 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 86.7% |
| Less than high school | 13.3% |
Typical Tasks
- Drill bolt holes into roofs at specified distances from ribs or adjacent bolts.
- Force bolts into holes, using hydraulic mechanisms of self-propelled bolting machines.
- Remove drill bits from chucks after drilling holes, and insert bolts into chucks.
- Position safety jacks to support underground mine roofs until bolts can be installed.
- Position bolting machines, and insert drill bits into chucks.
- Rotate chucks to turn bolts and open expansion heads against rock formations.
- Tighten ends of anchored truss bolts, using turnbuckles.
- Pull down loose rock that cannot be supported.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
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