Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining

Operate or tend machinery at surface mining site, equipped with scoops, shovels, or buckets to excavate and load loose materials.

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Salary Information

Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining: $52,550 (median) per year.

Starting salary (10th percentile).
Required expreience: Varies by Company


Data source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Daily Tasks & Responsibilities

Task Description Category
Operate excavation equipment. General
Inspect material-moving equipment to detect problems. General
Move materials, equipment, or supplies. General
Measure product or material dimensions. General
Verify information or specifications. General
Receive information or instructions for performing work assignments. General
Shovel materials. General
Direct material handling or moving activities. General
Assemble temporary equipment or structures. General
Clean facilities or work areas. General
Signal others to coordinate vehicle movement. Management
Maintain professional knowledge or certifications. Maintenance
Maintain material moving equipment in good working condition. Maintenance
Maintain work equipment or machinery. Maintenance
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