{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T12:40:04.371Z","occupation":{"soc":"47-5081.00","title":"Helpers--Extraction Workers","group":"Construction & Extraction","sector":"21","jobZone":2,"jobZoneInferred":false},"framework":{"version":"v.26.05","description":"","contextCovered":"This framework covers the full range of extraction helper competencies — from supervised equipment monitoring, material handling, and site cleanup to autonomous operations management, workforce development, and organizational safety leadership in surface and subsurface mining environments.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["Extraction equipment operation — observe and report irregularities under direct supervisor guidance at an active excavation site.","Hand tools and basic lifting aids — unload materials, devices, and machine parts under close supervision on a job site staging area.","Work area debris and waste — remove and dispose of following post-extraction cleanup protocols at a surface mining site.","Excavation site surface — clean and prepare ground areas for boring or digging activities under direct instruction from a lead worker.","Organized material staging areas — sort and arrange supplies and parts to support scheduled extraction tasks at a mining operation.","Moving transport vehicles — drive on designated haul roads to deliver materials and parts to excavation zones under supervision.","Hand tool safety procedures — follow established protocols when handling wrenches, hammers, and other basic tools on a drilling site.","Site hazard recognition — identify common extraction-area dangers and report observations to a crew supervisor during daily walkthroughs.","Verbal and written work instructions — listen actively and confirm understanding of assigned tasks before beginning work on a mining crew.","Personal protective equipment — select and don required gear correctly prior to entering any active extraction or excavation work zone."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["Drilling and excavation equipment setup — configure and adjust machinery according to job specifications with minimal oversight at a field extraction site.","Automotive and drilling equipment — perform routine hand-tool repairs and scheduled maintenance to sustain uptime during active extraction operations.","Equipment performance monitoring — track operational indicators during extraction cycles and flag developing issues to the crew supervisor in a timely manner.","Material transport routes — drive loaded haul vehicles safely and efficiently across site roads, adapting to changing ground conditions at an open-pit operation.","Unloading and rigging tasks — apply correct hand-tool techniques to handle heavy machine components without damage during equipment delivery at a drilling site.","Post-extraction site cleanup — coordinate debris removal and area restoration tasks with fellow crew members to meet safety and environmental standards.","Equipment faults and wear — troubleshoot recurring mechanical problems on boring and extraction machinery using basic diagnostic procedures in the field.","Material inventory organization — track parts and supply quantities using spreadsheet software to support uninterrupted extraction workflow at a mining facility.","Excavation site preparation quality — inspect cleared areas against job requirements and identify deficiencies before boring or drilling activities begin.","Crew coordination during operations — communicate task status and equipment conditions clearly to adjacent workers to maintain safe and efficient extraction cycles."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Full-cycle equipment monitoring — autonomously observe, interpret, and respond to mechanical anomalies across all extraction phases at a multi-unit mining operation.","Complex equipment setup and calibration — set up, adjust, and validate drilling and excavation machinery to precise operational tolerances without supervisory input.","Non-routine mechanical repairs — diagnose and resolve uncommon faults on automotive and drilling equipment using advanced hand-tool techniques during live site operations.","Site preparation quality control — evaluate excavation and boring readiness across multiple zones against technical specifications, identifying and correcting substandard conditions.","Critical equipment selection — assess operational requirements and select appropriate machinery and tooling for varied geological conditions encountered in the field.","Transportation and logistics coordination — plan and manage material delivery sequencing to excavation sites to minimize downtime across concurrent extraction tasks.","Incident analysis and troubleshooting — apply systematic critical thinking to trace root causes of equipment failures and recommend corrective actions to site management.","ERP and office software use — enter work orders, maintenance records, and material consumption data accurately into enterprise systems to support site reporting requirements.","Mentoring junior helpers — guide emerging crew members through equipment operation, cleanup, and safety protocols during daily extraction activities at a mining site.","Environmental compliance during cleanup — ensure post-extraction debris removal and site restoration meet regulatory and company environmental standards across assigned work areas."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["Extraction operations strategy — set site-wide priorities for equipment deployment, crew assignments, and material staging to optimize production across an entire mining operation.","Maintenance program development — design and implement preventive maintenance schedules for drilling and automotive equipment fleets to reduce unplanned downtime at the organizational level.","Safety culture leadership — establish and champion site-wide hazard identification and risk-mitigation practices that elevate compliance standards across all extraction crews.","Workforce competency development — create structured on-the-job training programs that advance helpers from emerging to proficient performance across extraction, transport, and maintenance tasks.","Equipment selection policy — evaluate and recommend capital equipment acquisitions based on operational needs, geological data, and cost analysis for senior management review.","Quality assurance oversight — lead systematic quality control analysis of site preparation, excavation, and cleanup outcomes to drive continuous improvement across multiple project sites.","Cross-functional coordination — collaborate with engineering, environmental, and logistics teams to align extraction schedules and site preparation activities with broader project objectives.","Regulatory and compliance leadership — interpret and apply mining safety and environmental regulations, ensuring all site activities meet legal standards and represent best industry practice.","Operational reporting and data governance — oversee accurate capture and review of production, maintenance, and incident data in ERP and office software systems for organizational decision-making.","Crisis response and decision-making — lead rapid, informed responses to major equipment failures, site incidents, or geological hazards, exercising sound judgment to protect crew safety and minimize operational impact."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 4.0)","crosswalk":"https://skillscrosswalk.com","generator":"LER.me"},"attribution":"© EBSCOed"}