Type of Miner?
Underground
Where are you currently mining?
Black Hawk, Colorado
How long have you been mining?
A little over 3 years
Where are you from?
North Idaho
What led you to mining?
Both sides of my family were in mining, so I wanted to check it out and I fell in love with it
What do you find most rewarding about your job as a miner?
Getting to meet/get stories from guys that have worked with my family
What are some of the challenges you face regularly in your work, and how do you address them?
Changing conditions.
Always looking out for myself and my partners
Are there any particular skills, qualifications or advice that are essential for someone interested in becoming a miner?
A get after it attitude, good time management, being able to step back and regroup when needed
How do you see the future of mining evolving, and what opportunities or challenges do you anticipate?
I’m not sure but I don’t see a whole lot of younger people getting into mining
Travel, Ski, spend time with family, and talk about work
Share a Safety Tip:
Leave it on the brass board
