How do they match: Continuous Mining Machine Operators

  • Equipment Operator
  • Crusher Loader Equipment Operator
  • Heavy Equipment Operator
  • Material Equipment Operator

  • Drive machines into position at working faces.
  • Move levers to raise and lower hydraulic safety bars supporting roofs above machines until other workers complete framing.
  • Observe and listen to equipment operation to detect binding or stoppage of tools or other equipment malfunctions.

  • Apply new technologies to improve work processes.
  • Clean equipment or facilities.
  • Inspect completed work to ensure proper installation.
  • Install safety or support equipment.
  • Maintain extraction or excavation equipment.
  • Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment.
  • Operate mining equipment.
  • Position construction or extraction equipment.
  • Position safety or support equipment.
  • Test air quality at work sites.