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Helpers--Extraction Workers is a notable career in the 47 category. This page provides verified data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024), helping you compare Helpers--Extraction Workers against similar careers and make data-driven decisions.
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| soc | 47-5081 |
| title | Helpers--Extraction Workers |
| onet code | 47-5081.00 |
| description | Help extraction craft workers, such as earth drillers, blasters and explosives workers, derrick operators, and mining machine operators, by performing duties requiring less skill. Duties include supplying equipment or cleaning work area. |
| job zone | 2 |
| major group | 47 |
| tot emp | 6,720 |
| a mean | 50,330 |
| a median | 48,400 |
| a pct10 | 35,770 |
| a pct25 | 39,980 |
| a pct75 | 57,560 |
| a pct90 | 68,240 |
| h mean | 24 |
| h median | 23 |
The day-to-day work of a helpers--extraction workers typically centers on observe and monitor equipment operation during the extraction process to detect any problems. Every task listed below is classified as Core in O*NET — they collectively define the role. Task descriptions below are quoted from the U.S. Department of Labor's O*NET 29.0 occupation profile.
Workers in this occupation rely most on Monitoring, Operations Monitoring, and Equipment Maintenance. Across the top 10 skills, the average O*NET importance score is 3.36 out of 5 — moderately weighted for this role. Importance reflects how essential each skill is for adequate job performance.
Among working helpers--extraction workers, the most common entry qualification is a High School Diploma (96.6%). Bachelor's-degree-or-higher credentials are reported by 0% of incumbents. Most workers enter without a four-year degree, making this a relatively accessible career path.
Median annual pay is highest in West Virginia at $75,270 and lowest in Colorado at $36,550 — a 2.1× spread. The top five states (West Virginia, Kentucky, Virginia, New Jersey, Indiana) average $65,370. Figures reflect BLS OEWS May 2024 state-level wage estimates; percentiles shown are for full-time wage-earners in each state.
| State | Median | Mean | 10th % | 90th % | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Virginia | $75,270 | $66,740 | $34,800 | $77,530 | 350 |
| Kentucky | $66,320 | $66,160 | $66,110 | $67,410 | 220 |
| Virginia | $65,250 | $62,340 | $40,080 | $87,570 | 140 |
| New Jersey | $60,020 | $59,300 | $52,000 | $68,240 | — |
| Indiana | $59,990 | $59,920 | $39,800 | $75,150 | 130 |
| Oklahoma | $57,560 | $44,960 | $23,590 | $57,560 | 300 |
| Wyoming | $55,970 | $66,270 | $48,300 | $88,610 | 70 |
| Utah | $54,100 | $58,140 | $50,840 | $76,550 | 220 |
| New York | $53,360 | $54,120 | $40,670 | $69,140 | 150 |
| New Hampshire | $52,990 | $55,220 | $42,900 | $64,140 | 50 |
| Arizona | $52,760 | $55,130 | $40,910 | $66,140 | 400 |
| Hawaii | $52,170 | $52,610 | $52,170 | $54,300 | 40 |
| Georgia | $51,810 | $47,110 | $38,090 | $51,840 | — |
| Maryland | $49,930 | $49,380 | $42,440 | $55,150 | 160 |
| Missouri | $49,230 | $49,460 | $45,390 | $54,280 | 50 |
| Alaska | $48,860 | $50,430 | $39,490 | $64,120 | 180 |
| Pennsylvania | $48,400 | $49,080 | $42,570 | $62,410 | 300 |
| South Dakota | $48,100 | $47,150 | $38,280 | $53,830 | 120 |
| Nevada | $47,250 | $48,120 | $41,110 | $55,860 | 350 |
| Montana | $46,030 | $49,120 | $37,660 | $57,830 | 200 |
| California | $46,010 | $47,880 | $33,280 | $60,820 | 300 |
| Oregon | $45,760 | $48,720 | $41,350 | $61,160 | 60 |
| Washington | $44,640 | $49,360 | $39,210 | $67,220 | 120 |
| New Mexico | $44,340 | $44,530 | $32,490 | $56,440 | 300 |
| Louisiana | $42,830 | $42,710 | $32,050 | $50,750 | 120 |
| Texas | $41,050 | $43,640 | $35,530 | $59,940 | 960 |
| North Carolina | $40,570 | $43,840 | $31,270 | $61,650 | 260 |
| Florida | $38,620 | $40,150 | $32,910 | $49,870 | 340 |
| Colorado | $36,550 | $49,090 | $36,550 | $79,980 | 260 |
Recruiters and job boards use several alternate titles for helpers--extraction workers. Knowing these variants widens your job search — listings for Blaster Helper or Blasting Helper frequently describe the same role. The list below is a sample of the most common industry variants.
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