Gary Gray worked for 33 years at the mine in Safford where he was on the safety committee, developing an eye for potential hazards. He joined Mount Graham International Observatory (MGIO) in 2006, and the VATT team in 2007. His responsibilities at VATT include building and facilities management and maintenance. Gary's skill as a fabricator have been a great asset. His projects span a wide range, from furniture (storage shelves) to the "flats” screen in the dome.

Many of them focus on safety of people and equipment. His duties include liquid nitrogen management and the operation of the vacuum pumps for the cameras. In the past couple of years Gary routinely performs instrument changes at VATT. He also maintains and cleans the primary mirror. Gary finds working at VATT very satis- fying. The work is varied and interesting, and he says that, “all of the people" are "easygoing”.