On-Site Field Mechanic – Drilling Equipment & Maintenance

Boart Longyear Ltd.; City of Moncton; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Boart Longyear Ltd. is seeking a Field Mechanic to service and repair drilling equipment at our Haileybury, Ontario location. You will troubleshoot, diagnose, and overhaul equipment used in mining operations, ensuring safe and compliant maintenance practices.

The ideal candidate has a Red Seal or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, and 3+ years of related experience. Underground core skills and standard first aid are assets for this role.

Qualifications

• Millwright or Heavy-Duty Mechanic Red Seal certification required.
• Secondary school completion with a 3–5 year apprenticeship typically required.
• Valid driver's license and ability to provide abstract upon hire.
• Underground common core and Standard First Aid are assets.

Responsibilities

• Check equipment and inspect for faults.
• Diagnose faults to determine repair scope.
• Repair, adjust, or replace defective parts.
• Test equipment to meet specs.
• Clean, lubricate and maintain equipment.
• Service drilling equipment and attachments.
• Ensure safe working conditions.
• Coordinate work with other departments.
• Order parts and supplies.
• Identify measures to improve productivity.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Repair

Diagnostics

Safety awareness

Reading schematics

Education

Red Seal Millwright/Heavy-Duty Mechanic

High School Diploma

Tools

LM drills

Swick drills

Minecats

Kubotas

Job description

Boart Longyear Ltd. is seeking a Field Mechanic to service and repair drilling equipment at our Haileybury, Ontario location. You will troubleshoot, diagnose, and overhaul equipment used in mining operations, ensuring safe and compliant maintenance practices.

The ideal candidate has a Red Seal or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, and 3+ years of related experience. Underground core skills and standard first aid are assets for this role.