Mine Cutting and Channeling Machine Operators (47-5042)
Occupation description: Operate machinery such as longwall shears, plows, and cutting machines to cut or channel along the face or seams of coal mines, stone quarries, or other mining surfaces to facilitate blasting, separating, or removing minerals or materials from mines or from the Earth's surface. Includes shale planers.
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Employment and Job Openings
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| Employment | Average annual openings | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 estimate | 2028 projection | Percent change | Labor force exits | Occupation transfers | Total | |
| Alaska | 32 | 40 | 25.0 | 1 | 3 | 5 |
| United States | 5,000 | 5,000 | 0.0 | 200 | 500 | 600 |
Job outlook
- Alaska: Alaska’s employment growth is robust with low employment opportunities. Read more.
Wages
Wage data is not available.
