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Operate a variety of drills such as rotary, churn, and pneumatic to tap subsurface water and salt deposits, to remove core samples during mineral exploration or soil testing, and to facilitate the use of explosives in mining or construction. Includes horizontal and earth boring machine operators.
New job opportunities are likely in the future.
$56.6k
Annual median Salary
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Education
These occupations usually require a high school diploma.
73%
High school diploma or equivalent
15%
Less than high school diploma
12%
Post-secondary certificate
Careers
Typical Job Titles
Blast Hole Driller
Drill Operator
Driller
Well Driller