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Helpers--Extraction Workers

Help extraction craft workers, such as earth drillers, blasters and explosives workers, derrick operators, and mining machine operators, by performing duties requiring less skill. Duties include supplying equipment or cleaning work area.

Median salary

$48,400

Typical range

$36k – $68k

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Education

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Typical progression

  1. Junior Helpers--Extraction Workers

    Entry / Junior

    $35,770

    ~2 yrs to advance

  2. Helpers--Extraction Workers

    Established

    $48,400

    ~3 yrs to advance

  3. Senior Helpers--Extraction Workers

    Senior

    $58,320

Key skills

A typical day

  • Observe and monitor equipment operation during the extraction process to detect any problems.
  • Drive moving equipment to transport materials and parts to excavation sites.
  • Unload materials, devices, and machine parts, using hand tools.
  • Set up and adjust equipment used to excavate geological materials.
  • Organize materials to prepare for use.

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