All underground mining machine operators not listed separately.
Underground Mining Machine Operators, All Other
SOC: 47-5049 O*NET: 47-5049.00
Median Salary
$67,220
per year
Job Growth
📉 -6.1%
Slower (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
0.4
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Varies
Job Zone N/A
All underground mining machine operators not listed separately.
What does a Underground Mining Machine Operators, All Other do?
How much can you earn?
Entry Level
$46,930
10th percentile
Early Career
$50,660
25th percentile
Median
$67,220
50th percentile
Experienced
$80,440
75th percentile
Top Earners
$82,750
90th percentile
National Salary Distribution
10th
$46,930
25th
$50,660
Middle 50%
MEDIAN
$67,220
Mean: $67,830
75th
$80,440
90th
$82,750
Middle 50% of earners
Median salary
Mean (average)
Key Insights
- •Salary range spans $35,820 from entry level to top earners
- •Middle 50% earn between $50,660 and $80,440
- •Salary spread is 44.3% around the median, showing high variation
- •Total national employment: 3,480 professionals
What's the job outlook?
Job Market Intelligence
Low Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:3,600
Top Industries
Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction84.8%
Mining (except Oil and Gas)77.6%
Metal Ore Mining44.8%
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:-6.1%
Annual Openings:400
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)3,600
Current
2034 (Projected)3,400
-6.1%
-200
Employment Change
-6.1%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: Decline
Geographic Salary & Employment Data
Explore where Underground Mining Machine Operators, All Other professionals work across the United States
Showing 10 of 10 locations
Minnesota
930 jobs$80,44014.18x
Nevada
230 jobs$58,3106.69x
West Virginia
200 jobs$78,18012.76x
Utah
150 jobs$65,5703.99x
Arizona
130 jobs$62,4901.83x
Alaska
70 jobs$87,2709.64x
Pennsylvania
70 jobs$66,0700.49x
Missouri
70 jobs$64,0801.00x
Kentucky
60 jobs$55,4101.27x
Alabama
0 jobs$59,1500.00x
Understanding the Data
Location Quotient (LQ):
- • LQ > 1.0: More jobs than national average
- • LQ = 1.0: Same as national average
- • LQ < 1.0: Fewer jobs than national average
Data Source:
Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024
Key Growth Factors
- •Employment decline projected
What technology will you use?
Technology & Digital Skills
Essential technology proficiencies for Underground Mining Machine Operators, All Other
Technology Intensity
Low
Digital Literacy Requirements
This career requires basic digital literacy
1
Basic
2
Intermediate
3
Advanced
4
Expert
Key Digital Competencies:
Email and internet usageBasic software navigationFile management
Technology Stack
Technology stack information is being compiled for this career.
📚 Technology Learning Resources
Recommended Certifications
- •Vendor-specific software certifications
- •Industry-recognized technology credentials
- •Professional development courses
Online Learning Platforms
- •LinkedIn Learning - Comprehensive technology courses
- •Coursera - University-level programs
- •Udemy - Practical skills training
💡 Technology Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on mastering hot technologies first - they're currently most in-demand
- •Build a portfolio demonstrating your proficiency with key tools and software
- •Stay current through continuous learning - technology evolves rapidly
- •Consider vendor certifications to validate your skills to employers
What's the work environment like?
🏗️
Location
Varies
💪
Physical Demand
LOW
👥
Team Orientation
Varies
🤝
Customer Interaction
NONE
💡Is This Work Environment Right for You?
Consider these factors when evaluating if you'll thrive in this work environment:
- •Are you comfortable working in varies environments?
- •Can you meet low physical demands?
What career paths are available?
Career Pathways
0
Advancement Opportunities
0
Lateral Move Options
0%
Avg. Salary Increase
Advancement Opportunities
Typical career progression paths from Underground Mining Machine Operators, All Other
💡 Career Planning Tips
- •Most successful advancement happens after 3-5 years of experience
- •Lateral moves can provide valuable cross-functional experience for future leadership roles
- •Focus on developing skills that are transferable across multiple career paths
- •Consider industry trends when planning long-term career moves