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Energy

Extraction Worker

Conduct activities for the extraction of natural resources, such as in a mine, excavation, or drilling operations. This job includes all extraction jobs that do not use specialized machinery.

Annual openings

37

Median wage

$77,890

Typical education

High school (GED)

Growth 2026–2032

+2%

Median wage source: Colorado BLS OEWS (2025).

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What does this career require?

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Typical education

High school (GED)

Credential requirement

Credential requirements not reported

Work experience

Moderate on-the-job training and experience is expected.

Is this work a fit?

What the work actually feels like

How people in this career tend to spend their time, the interests it draws on, and a look at a typical day.

Work style

The type of work can vary by job and employer.

  • With childrenNo
  • On a computerNo
  • OutdoorsYes
  • With your handsYes

Interests it draws on

  • Trades
  • Mining

Automation exposure

High exposure

Many tasks are repeatable, so technology could reshape the day-to-day over time.

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