Heavy Equipment Operator
Specialize in operating massive construction machinery, like bulldozers.
Operates self-propelled continuous mining machine to mine coal in underground mine: Drives machine into position at working face. Moves levers to sump ripper bar or boring head into face of coal seam. Starts machine to gather coal and convey it to floor or shuttle car. May repair, oil, and adjust machine and change cutting teeth, using wrench. May move lever to raise and lower hydraulic safety bar that supports roof above machine until ROOF BOLTERS or TIMBER FRAMER complete their work.
Trustworthy: You are known for your personal integrity and honesty.
Detail Oriented: You pay close attention to all the little details.
Calm Under Pressure: You keep your cool when dealing with highly stressful situations.
Nationally: $32,000 – $64,000
Main education level: High School
source: US Dept of Labor