Jackhammer Operator

Drill holes in ore or rock in mines to facilitate blasting and quarrying. Also known as Air Breaker Operator, Air Drill Operator See More

Drills holes in ore or rock in mine or quarry to facilitate blasting and quarrying, using jackhammer: Connects steam or compressed-air and water lines to hammer. Inserts drill in chuck, trips trigger to start hammer, and leans on hammer to force drill into solid mass. Changes drill or adds lengths as depth of hole increases. Replaces or sharpens bits. Lubricates hammer. May lay steam, compressed-air, or water pipelines. May be designated according to type of drill operated as Tripod-Drill Operator.

Detail Oriented: You pay close attention to all the little details.

High Achiever: You love the challenge of tackling difficult work.

Reliable: You can always be counted on to do a good job.

How much does a Jackhammer Operator make?

Nationally: $19,000 – $58,000

Main education level: Certificate

source: US Dept of Labor

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