O*NET-SOC 47-5081.00
Helpers--Extraction Workers
Help extraction craft workers, such as earth drillers, blasters and explosives workers, derrick operators, and mining machine operators, by performing duties requiring less skill. Duties include supplying equipment or cleaning work area.
From O*NET 30.3
Tasks
From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them
Free · O*NET 30.3- Provide assistance to extraction craft workers, such as earth drillers and derrick operators.Supplemental13703
- Observe and monitor equipment operation during the extraction process to detect any problems.Core13699
- Drive moving equipment to transport materials and parts to excavation sites.Core13700
- Unload materials, devices, and machine parts, using hand tools.Core13705
- Set up and adjust equipment used to excavate geological materials.Core13709
- Organize materials to prepare for use.Core13702
- Repair and maintain automotive and drilling equipment, using hand tools.Core13698
- Collect and examine geological matter, using hand tools and testing devices.Supplemental13710
- Signal workers to start geological material extraction or boring.Supplemental13707
- Clean up work areas and remove debris after extraction activities are complete.Core13701
- Dismantle extracting and boring equipment used for excavation, using hand tools.Supplemental13704
- Clean and prepare sites for excavation or boring.Core13708
- Load materials into well holes or into equipment, using hand tools.Core13706
- Dig trenches.Supplemental13711
Technology Skills
From O*NET 30.3, 5 examples in 4 categories, 5 Hot Technology
Free · O*NET 30.3Word processing software
- Google DocsHot Technology
- Microsoft WordHot Technology
Spreadsheet software
- Microsoft ExcelHot Technology
Office suite software
- Microsoft Office softwareHot Technology
Electronic mail software
- Microsoft OutlookHot Technology
Detailed Work Activities
From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it
Free · O*NET 30.3Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
Monitor extraction operations.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Select construction materials.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Performing General Physical Activities
Clean work sites.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
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Load or unload materials used in construction or extraction.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Load materials into construction equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Dig holes or trenches.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Assist skilled construction or extraction personnel.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Handling and Moving Objects
Collect geological samples.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Prepare excavation or extraction sites for commissioning or decommissioning.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Dismantle equipment or temporary structures.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Controlling Machines and Processes
Operate mining equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
Drive trucks or truck-mounted equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
Maintain drilling equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
Signal equipment operators to indicate proper equipment positioning.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Job Zone
From O*NET 30.3
Free · O*NET 30.3Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed
Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source
WFA coverage: AI skills for this job
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openPilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.
Equivalents
NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents
Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)
Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)No NICE work role maps to this job.