How do they match: Loading and Moving Machine Operators, Underground Mining

  • Loading and Moving Machine Operators, Underground Mining

  • Signal workers to move loaded cars.
  • Clean hoppers, and clean spillage from tracks, walks, driveways, and conveyor decking.
  • Clean, fuel, service, and perform safety checks on all equipment, and repair and replace parts as necessary.
  • Guide and stop cars by switching, applying brakes, or placing scotches, or wooden wedges, between wheels and rails.
  • Notify switching departments to deliver specific types of cars.
  • Observe hand signals, grade stakes, or other markings when operating machines.

  • Signal others to coordinate vehicle movement.
  • Inspect locomotives or other railroad equipment.
  • Operate locomotives or other rail vehicles.