Job Description:

Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity and a gratifying career? The industry leader Boart Longyear driller’s assistant position is just for you. We realize being a driller’s assistant can be a tough and physically demanding position; however we’re looking for people that are willing to work hard.

In a global environment, Boart Longyear is the client choice in the industries we serve, including minerals exploration, environment and infrastructure drilling. The teams that work in Drilling Services for Boart Longyear are the global industry leaders in the application of rotary, core, sonic and percussive drilling. Our global teams of drillers are skilled-experienced, knowledgeable, safety-focused and committed to our customers and our business.

At Boart Longyear we feel it’s important to give our employees many opportunities to be successful. If you think you have what it takes to be a Boart Longyear employee, fill out our application today.

Job Responsibilities :

Provide semi-skilled labor intensive assistance for rotary drilling crews. This could include the operation of various types of vehicles, equipment/machinery, including:

Hauling supplies to and from the drill site
Manual material handling
Mixing drilling fluids
Assisting the driller in the drilling processes

The candidate will also be responsible for general condition and obtaining optimum life out of all site equipment and tools. You will be responsible for keeping sample bags in numeric order according to designated footages. Also, at times, you may be responsible for the training of new driller assistants in a safe environment.

Education and Experience:

Typically requires a High School diploma or GED or equivalent and/or a minimum of 0 – 1 years of directly related experience in small or large rotary drilling.

Qualifications:

• Willing to travel by plane or car to worksites throughout Nevada, Utah, Arizona, and Virginia and other states where we do business.

• Able to commute long distances for work (300+ miles)

• Willing to work in remote locations

• Willing to work at job sites for extended periods of time

• Able to work 12 hour shifts for 5-20 days at a time

Perks, Benefits and Compensation:

We know that talented people are attracted to companies with long term success, an amazing culture. We also know you want a company that provides competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and outstanding career advancement opportunities. If hired, you can expect;

Strong compensation plan
Full medical benefits
Dental
Vision
401K
Paid Time Off
Fun and relaxed work environment

About Boart Longyear:

Established in 1890, Boart Longyear is the world’s leading provider of drilling services, drilling equipment and performance tooling for mining and drilling companies. It also has a substantial presence in aftermarket parts and service, energy, mine de-watering, oil sands exploration, production drilling, and down-hole instrumentation.

Boart Longyear is headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, USA, and listed on the Australian Securities Exchange in Sydney, Australia (ASX:BLY). More information about Boart Longyear can be found at www.boartlongyear.com. To get Boart Longyear news direct, follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook.

All new hires must pass a pre-employment background check and drug test

Boart Longyear does not discriminate in any aspect of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Boart Longyear does business.

EEO Statement:

Boart Longyear is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.

Auto req ID: 14295BR
Job Code: 250001 Driller Assistant 1.11.Drillers
Function: Drilling Services
Region (Business Group): NAM
Country: United States Of America
State/Province: Nevada
City: Elko