Driller Assistant - Rotary

Boart Longyear Ltd.; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global drilling service provider is currently seeking Driller Assistants in Saskatoon. The role involves supporting drilling operations, complying with safety standards, and maintaining required training. Candidates should have relevant safety certifications and a willingness to perform physically demanding tasks. Opportunities for career growth in a safety-focused environment are available.

Qualifications

• Labour background is considered an asset.
• Exposure to oilfield drilling environments is considered an asset.
• Must meet Fitness for Duty program standards.

Responsibilities

• Comply with Boart Longyear’s Golden Rules and Rules of the Road.
• Complete and maintain required training.
• Support the drilling operations and perform required tasks safely.

Skills

Valid Standard First Aid w/ CPR-C

CSO certification

H2S Alive certification

Bear Awareness certification

Sufficient language, literacy, and numeracy skills

Job description

Job Description:

Job Summary:

Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity and a gratifying career? Boart Longyear is currently recruiting for driller assistants to join our team. We realize drilling can be a tough and physically demanding position; however, we’re looking for people who are willing to work hard and collect some great paychecks.

In a global environment, Boart Longyear is the client’s 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 experienced, knowledgeable, safety-focused, and committed to our customers and our business.

Job Responsibilities:

• Comply with Boart Longyear’s Golden Rules and Rules of the Road.

• Complete and maintain required training up-to-date, example; BITS, First Aid and other required training.

• Demonstrate competence in relevant common core modules.

• Report to work Fit for Duty.

• Work under the instructions of a Driller or a Supervisor; Daily routine work is accomplished with more or less direction depending on the competency level of the employee.

• Perform, without supervision, tasks for which competency has been assessed and perform other required tasks under supervision.

• Perform all required tasks in a safe manner.

• Support the drilling operations: handle rods and drilling tools, collect and handle samples, mix drilling fluids, carry out basic maintenance of tools and equipment, maintain supplies count, perform basic measurement and calculations, carry out basic operator maintenance, and refuel vehicles

• Prepare for daily drilling operations which includes participating in start up meetings and upcoming shift requirements.

Position Requirements:

• Valid Standard First Aid w/ CPR-C, CSO, H2S Alive, Bear Awareness certificates

• Sufficient language, literacy, and numeracy skills to perform all job-related tasks

• Labour background is considered an asset

• Exposure to oilfield drilling environments and techniques is considered an asset

• This position requires successful candidates to meet the Fitness for Duty program standards.

Boart Longyear welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process as per the guidelines of the Accessibilities for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Auto req ID: 16052BR
Job Code: 260050 Driller Assistant 1C.11.Drillers
Company: Drilling Services
Business Line: Minerals and Energy
Function: Drilling Services
Region (Business Group): NAM
Country: Canada
State/Province: Saskatchewan
City: Saskatoon