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Job Description


	Operate machinery to install roof support bolts in underground mine.

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Job Requirements


	Experience: Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.

	Education: These occupations usually require a high school diploma.

	Training: Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.

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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Roof Bolters, Mining
Coal Mining	2,930
Nonmetallic Mineral Mining and Quarrying	170
Employment Services	60

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Salaries

U.S. National Averages.

Roof Bolters, Mining
Average Annual Salary	$59,090
Average Hourly Wage	$28.41
Total Employment	3,250

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Interesting Fact

In the 18th and 19th century, hatmakers used poisionous chemicals including mercury in their work. As result, many developed pathological symptons -- an estimated 10% went insane. Hence the term "mad as a hatter" and Lewis Carroll's character, the Mad Hatter.

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