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How to become loading and moving machine operators, underground miningeducation, training, experience and the steps to enter

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Median annual pay
$74,500
25th–75th pct. $61,410–$79,150
Top pay (est.)
$114,000
Top 10% $87,730
Pay in 5 years
$84,300est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$95,300est.
$82,000–$110,600
Outlook score
40/100
★★☆☆☆ Below average
AI replacement risk
11%
Very low
Job growth (10 yr)
−15.8%
400 openings / yr

How to become loading and moving machine operators, underground mining

Typical education
No formal educational credential
BLS
Related experience
None
On-the-job training
Short-term on-the-job training

A step-by-step guide for this occupation is being prepared. The education, training and experience data above show the typical path.

Skills, education and requirements for Loading and Moving Machine Operators, Underground Mining

Key skills

Operation and Control
3.2
Operations Monitoring
3.2
Troubleshooting
3.1
Equipment Maintenance
3.1
Coordination
3.0
Repairing
3.0
Active Listening
2.9
Speaking
2.9

O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).

Key knowledge areas

Mechanical
4.0
Education and Training
3.5
Public Safety and Security
2.9
English Language
2.8
Law and Government
2.7
Production and Processing
2.6
Engineering and Technology
2.6
Transportation
2.4

What the work involves

Controlling Machines and ProcessesHandling and Moving ObjectsOperating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or EquipmentInspecting Equipment, Structures, or MaterialsRepairing and Maintaining Mechanical EquipmentMonitoring Processes, Materials, or SurroundingsPerforming General Physical ActivitiesCommunicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

Important abilities

Reaction TimeControl PrecisionDepth PerceptionManual DexterityNear VisionArm-Hand Steadiness

Education of workers

High school diploma
53%
Less than high school
40%
Post-secondary certificate
6%
Associate's degree
1%

Training before entry

Up to 1 month
37%
6–12 months
19%
3–6 months
18%
1–3 months
15%
None / short demo
10%

Related work experience

None
25%
Up to 1 month
17%
3–6 months
15%
6–12 months
15%
1–2 years
14%
2–4 years
11%
1–3 months
2%

Job Zone 2 — some preparation needed (O*NET)

Difficulty of entry: ★☆☆☆☆ Easy to enter (from education, training, experience and Job Zone)

Career path and how to earn more as loading and moving machine operators, underground mining

Career-path guidance is being prepared. Pay by percentile is shown in the Pay section.

Pay and employment figures are national statistics. Projected pay, outlook scores and AI replacement risk are estimates from the Shigoto Zukan model, not guarantees. To request a correction, use the contact form. How to read the data
Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025; BLS Employment Projections 2025–35; O*NET 31.0 Database by USDOL/ETA (CC BY 4.0), modified by Shigoto Zukan. Pay ranges, projections and scores are Shigoto Zukan estimates.