Loading & Moving Machine Operators, Underground Mining

Also Called: Coal Hauler Operator, Load Haul Dump Operator (LHD Operator), Loading Machine Operator, Shuttle Car Operator

High School Diploma/GED

usually needed

Not Available
(Students Only)
Match Percentage

$45,250

Entry Salary

Below Average

Job outlook

What Loading & Moving Machine Operators, Underground Mining do

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.

  • 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.
Industry Areas:

Transportation

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Work Context

  • Exposed to Contaminants
  • Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
  • Duration of Typical Work Week
  • In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
  • Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls

Tools

  • Earthmoving shovels
  • Belt conveyors
  • Hydraulic breaker chisel
  • Grease guns
  • Respirators

Technology

Spreadsheet software
Microsoft Excel
Presentation software
Microsoft PowerPoint
Facilities management software
Maintenance management software
Mine maintenance software

The Education & Training You Need

Skills

  • Operation and Control
  • Operation Monitoring
  • Active Listening

Knowledge

Engineering and Technology
mechanical
Education and Training
teaching and course design
Business
management
Arts and Humanities
English language

Education

  • 61% High school diploma or equivalent
  • 39% Less than high school diploma

Experience

Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.

What are some related occupations at different educational levels?


Loading & Moving Machine Operators, Underground Mining Currently Selected

Educational Level

High School Diploma or Equivalent

 Job Training Match

Crane & Tower Operators

Educational Level

Post-secondary, non-degree

 Job Training Match

Executive Secretaries & Executive Administrative Assistants

Educational Level

Associate's Degree

 Job Training Match

Brokerage Clerks

Educational Level

Bachelor's Degree

Educational Level

Advanced Degree

What are your training options on the pathway to this occupation?

Advanced Training

  • Atlanta - Job Corps

    Atlanta, Georgia

  • Excelsior Springs - Job Corps

    Excelsior Springs, Missouri

ACT & College

  • Atlantic Technical Center

    Coconut Creek, FL

  • Bakersfield College

    Bakersfield, CA

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Are You a Good Fit?

Occupation Traits

Work Styles

  • Attention to Detail
  • Concern for Others
  • Dependability
  • Leadership
  • Adaptability/Flexibility
  • Self Control

Values

  • Support
  • Working Conditions
  • Relationships

Abilities

  • Controlled Movement
  • Hand and Finger Use
  • Attention

This is what Loading & Moving Machine Operators, Underground Mining across the country typically make.

$21.75 / hour
$45,250 /year

Entry Level

$30.81 / hour
$64,070 /year

Median Level

$36.25 / hour
$75,400 /year

Experienced Level

Income information reflects a regional average.
Income information reflects a national average.

This career’s National Job Outlook is

Below Average

Please be sure to verify the outlook of this occupation with your instructor.

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