U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Standard Occupational Classification

NOTE:

The information on this page relates to the 2010 SOC, please see the 2000 SOC System for information on the previous version of the SOC.

53-7032 Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators

Operate or tend machinery equipped with scoops, shovels, or buckets, to excavate and load loose materials. Excludes "Dredge Operators" (53-7031).

Illustrative examples: Shovel Operator, Payloader Operator, Backhoe Operator

Broad Occupation: 53-7030 Dredge, Excavating, and Loading Machine Operators
Minor Group: 53-7000 Material Moving Workers
Major Group: 53-0000 Transportation and Material Moving Occupations

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Last Modified Date: March 11, 2010