Loading and Moving Machine Operators, Underground Mining
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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Salary Information
Loading and Moving Machine Operators, Underground Mining: $68,860 (median) per year.
Starting salary (10th percentile).
Required expreience: Varies by Company
Data source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
| Task Description | Category |
|---|---|
| Remove debris or damaged materials. | General |
| Move materials, equipment, or supplies. | General |
| Position material handling equipment. | General |
| Operate excavation equipment. | General |
| Operate conveyors or other industrial material moving equipment. | General |
| Clean machinery or equipment. | General |
| Record operational or production data. | General |
| Inspect equipment or facilities to determine condition or maintenance needs. | General |
| Clean equipment or supplies. | General |
| Perform manual service or maintenance tasks. | General |
| Direct material handling or moving activities. | General |
| Operate vehicles or material-moving equipment. | General |
| Remove debris from work sites. | General |
| Operate locomotives or other rail vehicles. | General |
| Install electrical components, equipment, or systems. | General |
| Connect cables or electrical lines. | General |
| Measure product or material dimensions. | General |
| Weigh materials to ensure compliance with specifications. | General |
| Verify information or specifications. | General |
| Maintain material moving equipment in good working condition. | Maintenance |
| Monitor loading processes to ensure they are performed properly. | Maintenance |
| Review work orders or schedules to determine operations or procedures. | Maintenance |
| Signal others to coordinate vehicle movement. | Management |
| Communicate with others to coordinate material handling or movement. | Management |
Technology Requirements
| Technology | Description |
|---|---|
| Microsoft Excel | Spreadsheet software |
| Microsoft Outlook | Electronic mail software |
| Microsoft PowerPoint | Presentation software |
| Microsoft Windows | Operating system software |
| Automated systems software | Industrial control software |
| Inventory management systems | Inventory management software |
| Maintenance management software | Facilities management software |
| Mine maintenance software | Facilities management software |
| Work time accounting software | Time accounting software |
Relevant Certifications
Industry certifications that may be valuable for this career role:
| Certification | Issuing Organization | Practice Test |
|---|---|---|
| Coal Mine Rescue Teams | Mine Safety and Health Administration | Not Available |