Extraction Workers, All Other
All extraction workers not listed separately.
SOC: 47-5099.00
What You'll Need to Succeed
AI-generatedKey competencies for this occupation at a glance
- Hands-onOperate extraction equipment and machinery in mining, quarrying, or oil and gas field environments under safety protocols.Developing
- Hands-onExecute material handling and transport procedures following established protocols for extracted resources.Developing
- KnowledgeApply safety regulations and environmental compliance standards in extraction site operations to minimize risks and environmental impact.Developing
- Hands-onPerform routine maintenance and inspection tasks on extraction tools under supervision to ensure equipment readiness.Developing
- Hands-onManipulate hand tools and power tools for extraction support tasks in confined spaces or challenging terrain conditions.Developing
- MindsetEngage in safe work practices and peer accountability when working collaboratively in high-risk extraction environments.Developing
- KnowledgeIdentify equipment malfunctions and operational hazards during routine extraction operations to ensure worker safety.Emerging
- KnowledgeDescribe extraction processes and work site conditions to supervisors and team members for coordination and reporting.Emerging
- MindsetFollow team instructions and safety directives in physically demanding and potentially hazardous extraction environments.Emerging
- KnowledgeDistinguish different types of extracted materials and their quality indicators during sorting and processing activities at the extraction site.Emerging
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Extraction Workers, All Other (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
6,070
Wage Distribution by Percentile
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $35,720 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $80,780 |
| Workers on average earn | $54,780 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)