Iron Miner

Those who spend their days beneath the earth picking through stone to get at the raw iron ore within. Iron mining is unglamorous, many view it as a last resort. This shadows the fact that many cities rely on mining as either export or material to grow. Many human cities rely on iron mining as it is one of the largest exports many places have to offer.

Career

Qualifications

All that is needed is the ability to swing a pickaxe.

Career Progression

Iron miners often spend their entire lives in the mine, the job generally leads to nowhere.

Payment & Reimbursement

Payment for the job is often dictated by the size of the haul. The more iron you mine, the more money you make. The amount of money you are paid is decided by the mine owner.

Other Benefits

There is very little to gain for being a miner. It doesn't pay very well and mines are usually very remote, requiring dangerous travel on the commute.

Perception

Purpose

A lot of the iron and stone gathered in the haul are either used by the company, selling it directly into the city for development, or it is used for trade.

Social Status

It is a very laborious profession, not paying much and very difficult to do. Many of those who become miners do so as a last resort.

Demographics

Those of any age can become a miner, although older citizens aren't very suited for the role.

Operations

Tools

A pickaxe is the main tool a miner will use. The pickaxe is extremely well suited for breaking through stone and breaking down iron. A shovel is also a common tool seen in a miner's arsenal. When moving large amounts of stone and ore, a shovel is prefered over using one's hands.

Materials

Water is provided to miners as passing out while in the mine is a big risk. The tools are also provided to them.

Dangers & Hazards

Rockslides are not uncommon in the mines. Miners can become trapped or killed under massive shifts in the earth.

Alternative Names

Pitman

Type

Raw Materials Gathering

Demand

High