Earth Drillers (except oil & gas)

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Job Description


	Operate a variety of drills--such as rotary, churn, and pneumatic--to tap sub-surface water and salt deposits, to remove core samples during mineral exploration or soil testing, and to facilitate the use of explosives in mining or construction. May use explosives. Includes horizontal and earth boring machine operators.

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Job Requirements


	Experience: Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.

	Education: Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree. Some may require a bachelor's degree.

	Training: Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers.

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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Earth drillers, except oil and gas
Utility System Construction	6,910
Support Activities for Mining	2,990
Other Specialty Trade Contractors	2,200
Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services	1,350
Nonmetallic Mineral Mining and Quarrying	950
Coal Mining	940
Metal Ore Mining	430
Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction	420
Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services	270
Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction	180

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Salaries

U.S. National Averages.

Earth drillers, except oil and gas
Average Annual Salary	$42,070
Average Hourly Wage	$20.22
Total Employment	17,850