S1E11: Life in Mining as a Geologist and Equipment Operator
Episode Links
“You could cut me and I’d bleed yellow. I’m a bit biased toward that flavor of equipment because I have that family history with it. I’ve spent so much time around it.”
Mack Plovie has spent his whole life around heavy equipment, machinery, and mining. With his father and grandfather both working for CAT dealerships in Western Canada, several key moments have shaped him and his career. Listen to learn more about the different experiences that have given him some great memories including gold panning, having a CAT key at the age of 12, working in remote mines, operating D10s, and working to change the negative perceptions around the mining industry.
Key Times:
Having his 5th birthday at a CAT dealership and having a CAT key at the age of 12 (2:00)
How gold panning started his love for geology and mining (6:00)
What life is like on a mine and what it takes to be a valuable employee (13:00)
The unknown logistical challenges of working on a mine (23:30)
How the mining industry gets misrepresented to the general public (31:00)
About DOZR
Building Builders is created and published by DOZR, a rental marketplace for construction equipment. With DOZR, you can find hundreds of heavy equipment rental companies near you in just one click. Join thousands of contractors looking for rental equipment across North America today.
About Daniel
Instagram: @earthmovers_media
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mackenzieplovie/
Website: Earthmovers Media
Building Builder Links
Website: https://www.buildingbuilderspodcast.com/
Leave a Review: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/building-builders/id1649807378
Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy3FNu-uRE6XYaUDHjM5w8A
Instagram: @dozr.rentals
Facebook: @dozr.rentals
Twitter: @DOZRHUB
