Continuous Mining Machine Operators
Also called: Continuous Miner Operator (CMO), Miner Operator, Continuous Mining Machine Operator, Miner
What they do:
Operate self-propelled mining machines that rip coal, metal and nonmetal ores, rock, stone, or sand from the mine face and load it onto conveyors or into shuttle cars in a continuous operation.
On the job, you would:
- Operate mining machines to gather coal and convey it to floors or shuttle cars.
- Determine locations, boundaries, and depths of holes or channels to be cut.
- Reposition machines to make additional holes or cuts.
Engineering and Technology
Manufactured or Agricultural Goods
Safety and Government
Education and Training
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Basic Skills
Problem Solving
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Controlled Movement
Hand and Finger Use
Attention
Hearing and Speech
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People interested in this work like activities that include
practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They do well at jobs that need:
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You might use software like this on the job: Mobile location based services software
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New job opportunities are less likely in the future.
$50,620
per year, on average
This work is part of the green economy. |
You might like a career in one of these industries:
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