Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Repair and maintain big tools like backhoes, fire trucks, and cranes.
Mine Car Repairer
Repair or replace damaged parts of underground mine cars. Also known as Door-Engine Repairer, Mine Car Mechanic, Shop Blacksmith
Repairs or replaces damaged parts of underground mine cars: Welds, straightens, bolts, rivets, and refits parts, such as axles, wheels, bodies, and couplings, using hoists, jacks, handtools, power tools, and machine shop equipment. Makes new parts, such as body framework and undercarriages, using welding equipment. May examine mine car for defects and be designated Car Inspector.
Personality Traits
Levelheaded: You hold your emotions in check, even in tough situations.
Reliable: You can always be counted on to do a good job.
Team Player: You're able to listen, communicate, and work with tons of different people.
Salary and Education
How much does a
Mine Car Repairer make?
Nationally: $28,000 – $65,000
Main education level: Certificate
source: US Dept of Labor
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