Rotary Driller Assistant

Boart Longyear; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 91,693,000 - 124,645,000; Full time

Job summary

Boart Longyear is seeking driller assistants for a Fort McMurray-based role with a fly-in/fly-out rotation. The position offers an hourly wage of $32.00 to $43.50 per hour and involves supporting drilling operations, safety training, and adherence to site rules.

Successful candidates will have first aid certificates and the ability to meet Fitness for Duty standards, with prior labour or oilfield exposure considered an asset.

Qualifications

• Valid First Aid with CPR-C, CSO, H2S Alive, Bear Awareness certificates.
• Sufficient language, literacy, and numeracy skills to perform tasks.
• Labour background is an asset.
• Exposure to oilfield drilling environments is an asset.
• Meet Fitness for Duty program standards.

Responsibilities

• Comply with Boart Longyear’s Golden Rules and Rules of the Road.
• Complete and maintain required training (e.g., BITS, First Aid).
• Demonstrate competence in relevant core modules.
• Report to work Fit for Duty.
• Assist drilling operations under supervision and perform tasks as competency allows.

Skills

Safety-minded

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Standard First Aid with CPR-C, CSO, H2S Alive, Bear Awareness certificates

Language, literacy & numeracy skills

Labour background asset

Exposure to oilfield drilling environments

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.

This position is based primarily in Fort McMurray, AB on a fly in/fly out rotation.

Hourly Wage:

$32.00 - $43.50 /hr

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.

This posting is a standing posting and may or may not reflect current opportunities.

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).