--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 5,540
  annual_median    : $57,010
  annual_pct10     : $37,530
  annual_pct25     : $44,370
  annual_pct75     : $65,380
  annual_pct90     : $82,160
  annual_mean      : $57,890
  hourly_median    : $27.41

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Pennsylvania ($79,520)
  lowest_state     : Ohio ($44,550)
  dispersion_ratio : 1.785x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (17 total) ---
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:    4,240  median: $  59,040
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      250  median: $  38,620
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:      200  median: $  45,750
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:       80  median: $  68,390

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (4 total) ---
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:    4,240  median: $  59,040
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      250  median: $  38,620
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:      200  median: $  45,750
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:       80  median: $  68,390

exact_match_status : no_exact_match
matched_title      : N/A
match_score        : 0.0000
wikidata_qid       : N/A
word_count         : 0
wikipedia_url      : N/A
license            : CC BY-SA 4.0
fetched_at         : 2026-06-02T22:51:12.368566Z

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Extraction of petroleum (similarity: 0.5385)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Extraction_of_petroleum
  QID: Q1349660
  Extract: Petroleum is a fossil fuel that can be drawn from beneath the Earth's surface. Reservoirs of petroleum are formed through the mixture of plants, algae, and sediments in shallow seas under high pressure. Petroleum is mostly recovered from oil drilling. Seismic surveys and other methods are used to lo

  Title: Workers & Resources: Soviet Republic (similarity: 0.2769)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Workers_%26_Resources%3A_Soviet_Republic
  QID: Q65051080
  Extract: Workers & Resources: Soviet Republic is a 2024 city-building and construction and management simulation developed and released by the Slovak game studio 3Division.

  Title: Construction worker (similarity: 0.5833)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Construction_worker
  QID: Q811122
  Extract: A construction worker is a person employed in the physical construction of the built environment and its infrastructure. The term is used to cover a wide range of roles and tasks during all phases of a construction project, though typically refers to those involved in the physical labor of construct

  Title: Commercial cleaning (similarity: 0.3333)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Commercial_cleaning
  QID: Q2590801
  Extract: Commercial cleaning companies are contracted to carry out cleaning jobs in a variety of premises. Commercial cleaners, often referred to as custodians or janitors, work in many different types of buildings such as schools, banks, and offices. The main job duties include picking up trash, cleaning, a

  Title: Man camp (similarity: 0.2162)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Man_camp
  QID: Q111508026
  Extract: Man camps are temporary workforce housing to accommodate a large influx of high-paid workers in the resource extraction industries, especially in Canada and the United States. Twentieth century boom–bust housing cycles related to the oil and gas industry made companies reluctant to invest in permane

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : low
confidence_notes     : Limited detailed occupational data available due to catch-all nature of this SOC classification; inferences based on industry employment patterns and sample job titles provided.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T00:10:03.560398+00:00
tokens_input         : 2,227
tokens_output        : 3,237
cost_usd             : $0.033060
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match available; construction worker entry provides general context for manual labor roles in resource industries.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Extraction Workers, All Other encompasses a diverse group of specialized workers involved in extracting natural resources from the earth, including oil, gas, minerals, and other materials not classified under specific extraction occupations. These workers perform support functions and specialized tasks across mining, quarrying, and petroleum extraction operations. The role represents a catch-all category for extraction industry workers who don't fit into more defined occupational classifications.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Extraction workers perform varied tasks depending on their specific assignment, which may include operating specialized equipment like acidizers and air pumpers, handling materials as baggers and loaders, or managing extraction processes as boom operators and tenders. They work with extraction machinery and tools to support the removal of natural resources from underground or surface locations. Workers may be responsible for equipment maintenance, material handling, and ensuring safety protocols are followed during extraction operations. Daily activities often involve physical labor, monitoring extraction processes, and coordinating with other team members to maintain efficient operations.

WHO THRIVES:
Successful extraction workers typically possess strong mechanical aptitude and physical stamina to handle demanding work environments and heavy equipment operation. They excel at following detailed safety procedures and working effectively as part of a team in potentially hazardous conditions. These workers are comfortable with hands-on problem-solving and can adapt to varying work schedules and remote locations common in extraction industries. Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure are essential, as extraction operations require precision and safety consciousness.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most extraction worker positions require a high school diploma or equivalent, with extensive on-the-job training provided by employers. Some workers may benefit from vocational training in heavy equipment operation or industrial safety programs. Entry-level positions often start with general laborer duties before advancing to more specialized extraction tasks. Previous experience in construction, manufacturing, or other industrial settings can be advantageous but is not always required.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Extraction workers can advance to supervisory roles, specialized equipment operator positions, or pursue additional certification to become extraction technicians or specialists. Some workers transition to related roles in heavy construction or industrial maintenance. Career progression may lead to opportunities as shift supervisors, safety coordinators, or equipment maintenance specialists within the extraction industry.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
According to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, extraction workers earn a median annual wage of $57,010, with employment of 5,540 workers nationally. Wages vary significantly by location, with Pennsylvania offering the highest compensation at $79,520 annually compared to Ohio's $44,550, representing a 1.78x geographic wage differential. The majority of employment (4,240 workers) is concentrated in the Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction industry, with smaller numbers in support services and professional services sectors. Job opportunities are closely tied to commodity prices and extraction industry activity levels.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
While some routine material handling and monitoring tasks may be subject to automation, many extraction worker functions require human judgment and adaptability to varying site conditions. The specialized nature of extraction operations and need for safety oversight will likely maintain demand for human workers in the near term.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [task_similarity] Earth Drillers, Except Oil and Gas (47-5021) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles involve specialized extraction operations and equipment handling in resource extraction industries.
    data: shared extraction industry focus
    data: similar equipment operation requirements
  [skill_overlap] Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas (47-5012) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Overlapping work in oil and gas extraction with shared equipment operation and safety protocol requirements.
    data: oil and gas industry employment
    data: boom operator job titles
  [task_similarity] Continuous Mining Machine Operators (47-5041) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles involve extraction operations and equipment handling in mining environments.
    data: mining industry employment
    data: equipment operator functions
  [transferable_skill] Construction Laborers (47-2061) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Similar physical demands and equipment handling skills applicable across construction and extraction work.
    data: physical labor requirements
    data: equipment operation overlap
  [skill_overlap] Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators (53-7051) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Shared equipment operation skills evident in boom operator and loader job titles within extraction work.
    data: boom operator titles
    data: loader equipment operation

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['extraction worker', 'acidizer', 'boom operator', 'bog worker', 'bottom cager', 'air pumper', 'bagger', 'extraction support']
  exclude_keywords : ['engineer', 'supervisor', 'manager', 'technician', 'specialist']
  title_patterns   : ['*extraction worker*', '*boom operator*', '*acidizer*', '*air pumper*', '*bog worker*']
  common_variations: ['extraction laborer', 'extraction support worker', 'mining support worker', 'oil field worker', 'quarry worker', 'extraction helper', 'resource extraction worker', 'extraction specialist']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['extraction', 'oil', 'construction', 'petroleum', 'specialized', 'equipment', 'safety', 'operations', 'physical', 'earth', 'under', 'resources', 'cleaning', 'housing', 'industries', 'gas', 'handling', 'maintenance', 'heavy', 'industrial']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
extraction                 25  0.06297  inference            inference:88%  wikipedia:12%
oil                        10  0.02519  wikipedia            wikipedia:80%  inference:20%
construction                8  0.02015  wikipedia            wikipedia:62%  inference:38%
petroleum                   6  0.01511  wikipedia            wikipedia:83%  inference:17%
specialized                 6  0.01511  inference            inference:100%
equipment                   6  0.01511  inference            inference:100%
safety                      6  0.01511  inference            inference:100%
operations                  5  0.01259  inference            inference:100%
physical                    4  0.01008  wikipedia            wikipedia:50%  inference:50%
earth                       3  0.00756  wikipedia            wikipedia:67%  inference:33%
under                       3  0.00756  inference            inference:67%  wikipedia:33%
resources                   3  0.00756  inference            inference:67%  wikipedia:33%
cleaning                    3  0.00756  wikipedia            wikipedia:100%
housing                     3  0.00756  wikipedia            wikipedia:100%
industries                  3  0.00756  inference            inference:67%  wikipedia:33%
gas                         3  0.00756  inference            inference:67%  wikipedia:33%
handling                    3  0.00756  inference            inference:100%
maintenance                 3  0.00756  inference            inference:100%
heavy                       3  0.00756  inference            inference:100%
industrial                  3  0.00756  inference            inference:100%
surface                     2  0.00504  wikipedia            wikipedia:50%  inference:50%
reservoirs                  2  0.00504  wikipedia            wikipedia:100%
pressure                    2  0.00504  wikipedia            wikipedia:50%  inference:50%
term                        2  0.00504  wikipedia            wikipedia:50%  inference:50%
typically                   2  0.00504  wikipedia            wikipedia:50%  inference:50%
involved                    2  0.00504  wikipedia            wikipedia:50%  inference:50%
commercial                  2  0.00504  wikipedia            wikipedia:100%
companies                   2  0.00504  wikipedia            wikipedia:100%
many                        2  0.00504  wikipedia            wikipedia:50%  inference:50%
duties                      2  0.00504  wikipedia            wikipedia:50%  inference:50%
include                     2  0.00504  wikipedia            wikipedia:50%  inference:50%
temporary                   2  0.00504  wikipedia            wikipedia:100%
resource                    2  0.00504  wikipedia            wikipedia:50%  inference:50%
boom                        2  0.00504  wikipedia            wikipedia:50%  inference:50%
natural                     2  0.00504  inference            inference:100%
materials                   2  0.00504  inference            inference:100%
functions                   2  0.00504  inference            inference:100%
mining                      2  0.00504  inference            inference:100%
quarrying                   2  0.00504  inference            inference:100%
locations                   2  0.00504  inference            inference:100%