Fresh off night shift, Hazen Mascaro sits down with the Mining Minds crew to talk mining life, dozer work, and the reality of keeping haul trucks safe on the dumps. From terrifying first days in a haul truck to mastering the craft of running dozers, Hazen shares the lessons, laughs, and close calls that shaped his career. Beyond the pit, he opens up about mine rescue, family, hunting adventures in the Tetons, and the camaraderie that makes mining more than a job—it's a way of life. This episode delivers raw stories, practical insights, and a look at how the mining industry builds careers, friendships, and opportunities far beyond the mine site.
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Chapters:
01:02 Getting Started in Mining & First Haul Truck Experience
03:58 Winter Driving Hazards & Early Equipment Work
06:05 From Trackhoes to Dozers – Finding His Craft
09:18 Safety on Dumps, Mentoring New Drivers & Dozer Voice
13:00 Dump Failures, Material Changes & Staying Aware
20:12 Daily Routines, Walkarounds & Life on the Leach Pad
23:02 Dozer Versatility, Big Projects & Career Outlook
27:02 Weather Challenges, Highballing Stories & Crew Competition
32:12 Camaraderie, Family on Crew & Mine Rescue Brotherhood
34:58 Mine Rescue Training, EMT Goals & Rescue Stories
40:02 Hunting Adventures, Family Life & Autism Awareness
