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Continuous Mining Machine Operators

Operate self-propelled mining machines that rip coal, metal and nonmetal ores, rock, stone, or sand from the mine face and load it onto conveyors or into shuttle cars in a continuous operation.

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Parachute skills

  1. Finish, restore, preserve - Things (4.64)
  2. Cut, carve, chisel - Things (4.64)
  3. Operate, drive - Things (4.64)
  4. Follow through, get things done - People (4.31)
  5. Convey warmth and empathy - People (4.26)
  6. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (4.26)
  7. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (4.21)
  8. Manipulate - Things (4.12)
  9. Control, expedite things - Things (4.00)
  10. Repair - Things (3.77)
  11. Pay attention to details - Data (3.70)
  12. Use my intuition - Data (3.62)
  13. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.62)
  14. Create, innovate, invent - Data (3.53)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Operation and Control (4.00)
  2. Operation Monitoring (3.88)
  1. Control Precision (4.12)
  2. Multilimb Coordination (3.88)
  3. Reaction Time (3.88)
  4. Arm-Hand Steadiness (3.75)
  5. Problem Sensitivity (3.62)
  6. Selective Attention (3.62)
  7. Rate Control (3.62)
  8. Depth Perception (3.62)
  9. Hearing Sensitivity (3.62)
  10. Near Vision (3.50)
  11. Far Vision (3.50)
  1. Dependability (4.56)
  2. Persistence (4.31)
  3. Concern for Others (4.26)
  4. Leadership (4.21)
  5. Adaptability/Flexibility (4.20)
  6. Achievement/Effort (4.12)
  7. Stress Tolerance (4.06)
  8. Cooperation (4.04)
  9. Independence (4.02)
  10. Self Control (4.00)
  11. Social Orientation (3.99)
  12. Integrity (3.98)
  13. Initiative (3.85)
  14. Attention to Detail (3.70)
  15. Innovation (3.53)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Controlling Machines and Processes (4.64)
  2. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (4.42)
  3. Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material (4.32)
  4. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (4.29)
  5. Getting Information (4.09)
  6. Performing General Physical Activities (4.07)
  7. Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (4.06)
  8. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (4.00)
  9. Handling and Moving Objects (3.98)
  10. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (3.92)
  11. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (3.87)
  12. Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (3.77)
  13. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (3.55)
  14. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (3.50)
  1. Operate Mining Equipment Or Machinery (4.64)
  2. Use Hand Or Power Tools (4.64)
  3. Use Measuring Devices In Construction Or Extraction Work (4.64)
  4. Operate Earth-Moving Or Other Heavy Construction Equipment (4.06)
  5. Maintain Or Repair Mining Machinery/Equipment (3.77)