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O*NET 47-5099.00: Extraction Workers, All Other15 common activities

All extraction workers not listed separately.

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Where AI fits in this job

AI-ready 0%AI-assist 0%Stays human 100%

Share of the job's common activities across related occupations, weighted by how important and how frequent each task is (O*NET ratings). 0 AI-ready, 0 AI-assist and 15 human-led tasks out of 15. This measures where AI can help, not whether the job will disappear.

Shape of the job: importance of each kind of work activity (O*NET, 1 to 5).

🗓 Start here on Monday

The most frequent, most important tasks where AI can help right away.

None of this job's listed tasks fall in this group.

💪 Lean into these

Core tasks that stay human. These skills get more valuable as the routine work gets automated.

  1. Monitor extraction operations.Watch & inspect · Daily
  2. Direct construction or extraction personnel.Lead people · Daily
  3. Position construction or extraction equipment.Hands-on work · Weekly

AI can draft these 0

AI produces a usable first pass. You review it, fix it and own it.

None of this job's tasks are here.

AI can help you prep these 0

AI speeds up the prep, drafting or thinking. The core of the task is still yours.

None of this job's tasks are here.

These stay human 15

They need your hands, your presence or your accountable judgment. Lean into them: they get more valuable as routine work is automated.

Monitor extraction operations.

DailyIn 7 related jobs

Needs your eyes on site. AI can build the checklist and the report.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI can build your inspection checklists, explain standards and turn your notes and photos into clean reports.

Prep prompt

I work as an extraction worker. Part of my job is to monitor extraction operations.

Context: The work draws on mechanical, mathematics and education and training.
Operation: [rig, pump, drill type]
Normal readings: [pressures, rates, sounds]

List warning signs, likely causes, first actions, and when to stop operations. Add a shift log.

10-minute exercise: Drilling and extraction watch list

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you monitor extraction operations (today).
Step 2Fill in [Operation] and [Normal readings] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Compare the stop rules with your site's safety procedures.

Importance 4.2/5 · O*NET work activity: Monitor extraction operations..

Direct construction or extraction personnel.

DailyIn 6 related jobs

Leading people runs on trust. AI can prep the paperwork around it.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI can prep the paperwork around leading: meeting agendas, feedback drafts, rotas, briefings and difficult-conversation rehearsals.

Prep prompt

I work as an extraction worker. Part of my job is to direct construction or extraction personnel.

Context: The work draws on mechanical, mathematics and education and training.
Crew: [describe]
Work: [tasks, problems]

Help me prepare: the key message in 2 sentences, what good looks like, how people might react and how I'll respond, and one thing I'll check next week.

10-minute exercise: Directing a construction crew

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you direct construction or extraction personnel (today). Leave out names and identifying details.
Step 2Fill in [Crew] and [Work] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Afterward, note one thing people responded to and one thing you'd change.

Importance 4.2/5 · O*NET work activity: Direct construction or extraction personnel..

Position construction or extraction equipment.

WeeklyIn 6 related jobs

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as an extraction worker. Part of my job is to position construction or extraction equipment.

Context: The work draws on mechanical, mathematics and education and training.
Machine: [crane, excavator, drill]
Site hazards: [power lines, other equipment]

List positioning steps and clearances. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Equipment positioning

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you position construction or extraction equipment (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Machine] and [Site hazards] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check clearances from power lines with a spotter.

Importance 4.2/5 · O*NET work activity: Position construction or extraction equipment..

Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment.

MonthlyIn 7 related jobs

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as an extraction worker. Part of my job is to operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment.

Context: The work draws on mechanical, mathematics and education and training.
Load: [weight, dimensions]
Equipment: [crane, hoist, rigging]

List pre-lift checks, signals, path and landing. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Crane or hoist lift plan

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you operate cranes and hoists.
Step 2Fill in [Load] and [Equipment] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check the load chart for your radius and configuration.

Importance 4.1/5 · O*NET work activity: Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment..

Inspect equipment or tools to be used in construction or excavation.

WeeklyIn 5 related jobs

Needs your eyes on site. AI can build the checklist and the report.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI can build your inspection checklists, explain standards and turn your notes and photos into clean reports.

Prep prompt

I work as an extraction worker. Part of my job is to inspect equipment or tools to be used in construction or excavation.

Context: The work draws on mechanical, mathematics and education and training.
Equipment: [paver, excavator, pile driver]
Manual checks: [from operator manual]

Make a pre-op checklist and defect report. Group it by area, say what 'good' and 'bad' look like for each item, and add a short template for writing up what I find.

10-minute exercise: Equipment pre-operation check

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you inspect equipment or tools (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Equipment] and [Manual checks] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Take it with you next time, tick it alongside your usual routine, and add anything it missed.

Importance 4.2/5 · O*NET work activity: Inspect equipment or tools to be used in construction or excavation..

Operate pumps or compressors.

DailyIn 4 related jobs

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as an extraction worker. Part of my job is to operate pumps or compressors.

Context: The work draws on mechanical, mathematics and education and training.
Equipment: [pump, compressor, generator]
Material: [concrete, air, grout]

List checks and adjustments while running. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Pump or compressor tending

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you operate pumps or compressors (today).
Step 2Fill in [Equipment] and [Material] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 4.4/5 · O*NET work activity: Operate pumps or compressors..

Measure work site dimensions.

DailyIn 4 related jobs

Needs your eyes on site. AI can build the checklist and the report.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI can build your inspection checklists, explain standards and turn your notes and photos into clean reports.

Prep prompt

I work as an extraction worker. Part of my job is to measure work site dimensions.

Context: The work draws on mechanical, mathematics and education and training.
Site: [describe]
What to measure: [areas, placements]

Make a measuring sheet and calculations. Group it by area, say what 'good' and 'bad' look like for each item, and add a short template for writing up what I find.

10-minute exercise: Site measuring sheet

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you measure work site dimensions (today).
Step 2Fill in [Site] and [What to measure] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Take it with you next time, tick it alongside your usual routine, and add anything it missed.

Importance 4.3/5 · O*NET work activity: Measure work site dimensions..

Clean equipment or facilities.

WeeklyIn 5 related jobs

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as an extraction worker. Part of my job is to clean equipment or facilities.

Context: The work draws on mechanical, mathematics and education and training.
Facility: [pens, cages, grounds]
Animals or crops: [type]

Make a cleaning and disinfecting routine. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Pen and facility cleaning

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you clean equipment or facilities (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Facility] and [Animals or crops] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 4.1/5 · O*NET work activity: Clean equipment or facilities..

Drill holes in earth or rock.

DailyIn 4 related jobs

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as an extraction worker. Part of my job is to drill holes in earth or rock.

Context: The work draws on mechanical, mathematics and education and training.
Hole: [blasting, anchoring, foundation]
Ground: [rock, soil]

List setup, bit choice, depth checks and safety. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Drilling plan

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you drill holes (today).
Step 2Fill in [Hole] and [Ground] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check the drill plan with your blaster or engineer.

Importance 4.2/5 · O*NET work activity: Drill holes in earth or rock..

Drive trucks or truck-mounted equipment.

DailyIn 4 related jobs

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as an extraction worker. Part of my job is to drive trucks or truck-mounted equipment.

Context: The work draws on mechanical, mathematics and education and training.
Load: [machine, material]
Truck and trailer: [describe]

List loading, securing and route checks. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Hauling equipment

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you drive trucks or truck-mounted equipment (today).
Step 2Fill in [Load] and [Truck and trailer] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check height and weight limits on the route.

Importance 4.1/5 · O*NET work activity: Drive trucks or truck-mounted equipment..

Maintain drilling equipment.

WeeklyIn 4 related jobs

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as an extraction worker. Part of my job is to maintain drilling equipment.

Context: The work draws on mechanical, mathematics and education and training.
Equipment: [pumps, tanks, rig machinery]
Tasks: [describe]

List maintenance steps. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Drilling equipment upkeep

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you maintain drilling equipment (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Equipment] and [Tasks] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 4.2/5 · O*NET work activity: Maintain drilling equipment..

Maintain extraction or excavation equipment.

WeeklyIn 4 related jobs

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as an extraction worker. Part of my job is to maintain extraction or excavation equipment.

Context: The work draws on mechanical, mathematics and education and training.
Equipment: [miner, excavator]
Tasks: [teeth, oil, adjustments]

List maintenance steps. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Excavation equipment upkeep

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you maintain extraction or excavation equipment (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Equipment] and [Tasks] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 4.0/5 · O*NET work activity: Maintain extraction or excavation equipment..

Assemble products or production equipment.

WeeklyIn 4 related jobs

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as an extraction worker. Part of my job is to assemble products or production equipment.

Context: The work draws on mechanical, mathematics and education and training.
Item: [vessel, sled, equipment]
Components: [list]

List assembly sequence and inspections. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Product or equipment assembly

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you assemble products or production equipment (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Item] and [Components] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 3.9/5 · O*NET work activity: Assemble products or production equipment..

Operate detonation equipment.

MonthlyIn 4 related jobs

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as an extraction worker. Part of my job is to operate detonation equipment.

Context: The work draws on mechanical, mathematics and education and training.
Job: [posthole, perforation]
Rules: [licence, permit]

Summarize regulated steps as study notes. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Blasting procedure review

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you operate detonation equipment.
Step 2Fill in [Job] and [Rules] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Only follow your licence, permit and blaster-in-charge.

Importance 4.0/5 · O*NET work activity: Operate detonation equipment..

Prepare excavation or extraction sites for commissioning or decommissioning.

MonthlyIn 4 related jobs

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as an extraction worker. Part of my job is to prepare excavation or extraction sites for commissioning or decommissioning.

Context: The work draws on mechanical, mathematics and education and training.
Site: [well, excavation]
Requirements: [regulations]

List closure steps and records. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Site closure or prep

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you prepare excavation or extraction sites.
Step 2Fill in [Site] and [Requirements] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 3.8/5 · O*NET work activity: Prepare excavation or extraction sites for commissioning or decommissioning..

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