Coal Washing Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A site worker who removes waste rock and impurities from mined coal and sorts and washes it according to quality and particle size.
Description
Coal washing workers operate coal preparation equipment at coal mines or coal preparation plants to separate coal from waste rock, using flowing water or chemical solutions to remove impurities. They inspect and operate machines such as flotation tanks and spiral concentrators, adjusting slurry concentration and flow rate. They also manage transport conveyors and maintain equipment, ensuring safety devices are checked and protective gear is worn for safety management. Work involves long hours of standing and heavy labor in underground or surface workplaces.
Future Outlook
Job openings are declining due to decreasing coal demand and the trend toward decarbonization. There is a high possibility of labor reduction through automation and remote operation technologies.
Personality Traits
Dexterous with hands and good at detailed work / Physically strong / Polite and courteous
Work Style
Career Path
Work Supervisor → Coal Preparation Technician → Mine Supervisor
Required Skills
Coal Preparation Equipment Operation / Machine Maintenance Inspection / Safety and Health Knowledge / Slurry Concentration Management
Recommended Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires significant physical strength due to heavy labor and long hours of standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Process design is handled by specialist technicians, so advanced analytical skills are not required. |
| Creativity & Ideation | The work is mostly routine, so creative thinking is not particularly required. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Equipment operation is standardized, so expansion of specialized knowledge is limited. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Only simple liquid volume calculations are needed; advanced mathematical analysis is not required. |
| Planning & Organization | Work plans are developed by upper management. |
Aliases
- Coal Preparation Worker
- Coal Washing Worker
Related Jobs
- Coal Mine Worker
- Coal Miner
- Coal Preparation Technician