Loading and Moving Machine Operators, Underground Mining
SOC Code: 47-5044 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
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.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Loading and Moving Machine Operators, Underground 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western Wyoming nonmetropolitan area | $87,090 | $94,349 | $101,587 | $108,846 |
| Cheyenne, WY | $87,214 | $94,370 | $101,525 | $108,680 |
| Casper, WY | $87,214 | $94,370 | $101,525 | $108,680 |
| Eastern Wyoming nonmetropolitan area | $87,214 | $94,370 | $101,525 | $108,680 |
| Fairbanks-College, AK | $77,272 | $82,909 | $88,525 | $94,162 |
| Anchorage, AK | $73,902 | $80,538 | $87,152 | $93,787 |
| Alaska nonmetropolitan area | $76,835 | $82,389 | $87,963 | $93,517 |
| Southern Ohio nonmetropolitan area | $58,386 | $68,973 | $79,560 | $90,147 |
| Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV | $68,037 | $73,611 | $79,206 | $84,781 |
| Carson City, NV | $67,475 | $73,174 | $78,874 | $84,573 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Operation and Control | 3.4 | |
| Operations Monitoring | 3.2 | |
| Troubleshooting | 3.1 | |
| Equipment Maintenance | 3.0 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.0 | |
| Coordination | 3.0 | |
| Speaking | 3.0 | |
| Active Listening | 3.0 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 2.9 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 2.9 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Mechanical | 3.3 |
| Education and Training | 3.0 |
| Law and Government | 2.8 |
| English Language | 2.8 |
| Production and Processing | 2.8 |
| Public Safety and Security | 2.6 |
| Transportation | 2.5 |
| Administration and Management | 2.5 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 52.6% |
| Less than high school | 40.0% |
| Some college | 6.2% |
| Associate's degree | 1.3% |
Typical Tasks
- Pry off loose material from roofs and move it into the paths of machines, using crowbars.
- Move trailing electrical cables clear of obstructions, using rubber safety gloves.
- Drive machines into piles of material blasted from working faces.
- Operate levers to move conveyor booms or shovels so that mine contents such as coal, rock, and ore can be placed into cars or onto conveyors.
- Clean hoppers, and clean spillage from tracks, walks, driveways, and conveyor decking.
- Oil, lubricate, and adjust conveyors, crushers, and other equipment, using hand tools and lubricating equipment.
- Replace hydraulic hoses, headlight bulbs, and gathering-arm teeth.
- Clean, fuel, service, and perform safety checks on all equipment, and repair and replace parts as necessary.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Windows Automated systems software Inventory management systems Maintenance management software Mine maintenance software Work time accounting software
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