Helpers--Extraction Workers

• Observe and monitor equipment operation during the extraction process to detect any problems.
• Drive moving equipment to transport materials and parts to excavation sites.
• Clean up work areas and remove debris after extraction activities are complete.
• Organize materials to prepare for use.
• Provide assistance to extraction craft workers, such as earth drillers and derrick operators.
• Dismantle extracting and boring equipment used for excavation, using hand tools.
• Unload materials, devices and machine parts, using hand tools.

Source: O*NET OnLine information for Helpers--Extraction Workers.

• Operation Monitoring - Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
• Repairing - Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
• Troubleshooting - Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
• Operation and Control - Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
• Equipment Maintenance - Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
• Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Quality Control Analysis - Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
• Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Source: O*NET OnLine information for Helpers--Extraction Workers.