Loading and Moving Machine Operators, Underground Mining
Loading and moving machine operators in underground mining are
responsible for ensuring that materials are extracted and transported
efficiently and safely. The work of a loading and moving machine
operator in underground mining can be physically demanding and often
involves working in confined spaces. These professionals require a
moderate background in the geosciences and do such work as:
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Operating and maintaining heavy machinery to load and transport
natural resources.
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Using extraction equipment, such as large drills, to remove ore or
other resources from the earth, as well as loading it onto trucks or
conveyors to move it to the surface.
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Following safety protocols and procedures specific to the mining
industry.
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Monitoring for potential hazards that could arise and affect
productivity and/or safety.
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