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Also known as: Blaster Helper, Blasting Helper, Boring Machine Operator Helper, Bottom Hole Pressure Recording Operator Helper
You arrive at the limestone quarry just before sunrise. The air is cool and still, but you can already hear the distant rumble of a diesel engine. You head to the changing room, pulling on your steel-toed boots, work gloves, and a reflective vest. Next, you secure your hard hat and safety glasses, then insert your ear plugs. After a quick stop at the foreman's office to check the day's blast plan, you grab your two-way radio and walk towards the drilling bench.
Software and technologies flagged by O*NET as Hot or In-Demand for this role.
+1.7%
US average: +3.5%
700
per year (US)
7,100
in 2025 → 7,200 (2035)
High school diploma or equivalent
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections; O*NET Bright Outlook.
How this work is typically performed, based on O*NET work context data.
Source: O*NET Work Context (v31.0)
The job outlook for Extraction Helpers is stable, with about 700 job openings projected each year through 2035. The median annual wage is about $47,730. With experience and additional training, you can advance into more skilled positions such as a Driller, Blaster, or Mining Machine Operator.
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Where it can lead
$47,730
Median annual wage, BLS 2025
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum educational requirement for this position
Based on job level & field
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