Will “Underground Coal Miner (Roof Bolter)” be Replaced By Robots? 🤔

49% Chance of Automation

“Underground Coal Miner (Roof Bolter)” will probably not be replaced by robots.

This job is ranked #296 out of #702. A higher ranking (i.e., a lower number) means the job is less likely to be replaced.

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Operate machinery to install roof support bolts in underground mine.

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Roof Bolters, Mining”.

Install truss bolts traversing entire ceiling spans.
Position safety jacks to support underground mine roofs until bolts can be installed.
Test bolts for specified tension, using torque wrenches.
Drill bolt holes into roofs at specified distances from ribs or adjacent bolts.
Rotate chucks to turn bolts and open expansion heads against rock formations.
Force bolts into holes, using hydraulic mechanisms of self-propelled bolting machines.
Tighten ends of anchored truss bolts, using turnbuckles.
Remove drill bits from chucks after drilling holes and insert bolts into chucks.
Position bolting machines, and insert drill bits into chucks.