Loading and Moving Machine Operators, Underground Mining

Code: 47-5044.00

Also known as: Coal Hauler Operator, Load Haul Dump Operator (LHD Operator), Loader Operator, Loading Machine Operator, Miner Operator, Muck Hauler, Production Miner, Ram Car Operator, Shuttle Car Operator, Under Ground Miner

Description: Operate underground loading or moving machine to load or move coal, ore, or rock using shuttle or mine car or conveyors. Equipment may include power shovels, hoisting engines equipped with cable-drawn scraper or scoop, or machines equipped with gathering arms and conveyor.

Loading and Moving Machine Operators, Underground Mining

Typical wages


10% $36,750
25% $46,750
Median $56,640
75% $64,010
90% $75,630
10% $17.67
25% $22.48
Median $27.23
75% $30.77
90% $36.36

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
4,500
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
3,900
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 400