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

  • 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.

  • Handle high voltage sources and hang electrical cables.
  • Observe hand signals, grade stakes, or other markings when operating machines.
  • Oil, lubricate, and adjust conveyors, crushers, and other equipment, using hand tools and lubricating equipment.
  • Operate levers to move conveyor booms or shovels so that mine contents such as coal, rock, and ore can be placed into cars or onto conveyors.

  • Communicate with others to coordinate material handling or movement.
  • Direct material handling or moving activities.
  • Position material handling equipment.