Sonic Driller Assistant

Boart Longyear; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer Matched Pension

Medical, Dental, Vision

Healthcare Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Referral Bonus

Safety-first culture

Job summary

Boart Longyear is recruiting in Northern Alberta for drillers and driller's assistants. Wages range from $31.00 to $38.00 per hour, with benefits and a pension plan. Typical entry requirements include a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of related experience.

Roles emphasize safety, training, and teamwork across multiple sites. Employees will join a safety-focused team offering comprehensive benefits, EAP, and referral bonuses, with opportunities to grow skills in drilling

Qualifications

• Typically requires a High School diploma or GED or equivalent and/or a minimum of 1+ years of directly related experience.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety policies and procedures at all times.
• Safely perform duties and care for equipment and coworkers.
• Maintain equipment and optimize life of site tools.
• Assist in training new Driller Assistants.
• Be physically fit for work.
• Work under a driller or supervisor with clear guidance.
• Adhere to EHS policies and manage local risk.
• Provide basic first aid when needed.
• Support drilling operations: handle rods and fluids, basic maintenance.
• Operate non-drilling equipment as required.
• Monitor workplace safety and record incidents.
• Maintain daily drill reports and inventory logs.
• Contribute to positive workplace relationships.
• Provide instruction and mentoring to field staff.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Company Overview

Established in 1890, Boart Longyear is the world's leading provider of drilling services, orebody knowledge technology, and innovative, safe, and productivity-driven drilling equipment. With its main focus in mining and exploration activities spanning a wide range of commodities, including copper, gold, nickel, zinc, uranium, and other metals and minerals, the Company holds a substantial presence in the energy, oil sands exploration, and environmental sectors. The Global Drilling Services division operates for a diverse mining customer base with drilling methods including diamond coring exploration, reverse circulation, large diameter rotary, mine dewatering, water supply drilling, pump services, production, and sonic drilling services.

Our People

At Boart Longyear, people are our most important asset, and we understand that the best ideas are developed because of collaborative efforts between individuals with diverse backgrounds, opinions, and perspectives; That is why we are committed to diversity and inclusion in our work teams, fostering environments free of discrimination and harassment, where everyone feels free to present their opinions and be heard.

Our Vision

Boart Longyear's vision is to be the global industry leader in safety, drilling innovation and productivity.

Our Values

Our success as a business depends on how we operate. The 'how' is the distinctive way in which we conduct our business, guided by our values of Integrity, Health & Safety, Teamwork & Diversity, Customer Focus and Sustainability.

Boart Longyear is a global leader in drilling services, providing innovative and reliable solutions to the mining and drilling industry. With a rich history spanning over 130 years, Boart Longyear is committed to delivering excellence in safety, drilling services, and technology. Boart Longyear is currently recruiting for drillers/driller's assistants to join our team.

Hourly Wage: $31.00/hr - $38.00/hr

This posting is for our various sites across Northern Alberta.

Job Responsibilities

• Safety is PARAMOUNT in our business. You must follow all established policies, procedures, and best practices as well as the law at all times.
• As an employee, you must safely perform all your duties taking care of the equipment and co-workers that you work with.
• You will be responsible for the general condition and obtaining optimum life out of all site equipment and tools.
• You may be responsible for the training of new Driller Assistants in a safe environment.
• Be physically fit for work.
• Work under the instructions of a driller/drilling field supervisor or division manager. Daily routine work is accomplished with more or less direction depending on the competency level.
• Work safely follow EHS policies and procedures and conduct local risk control.
• Have the ability to apply first aid.
• Support the drilling operations: handle rods and drilling tools, collect and handle samples, mix drilling fluids, carry out basic maintenance of tools and equipment, housekeeping, supplies count, perform basic measurement and calculations, carry out basic operator maintenance, complete pre-start checks, refuel vehicles and plant.
• May be required to operate non-drilling equipment such as light or heavy vehicles, cranes, telehandlers, forklifts, skidders, track-mounted utility vehicles, etc
• Monitor a safe workplace, maintain workplace safety, and apply risk management processes for the elimination of work-related injuries, damage to equipment, and incident-related lost time.
• Maintain accurate operating records, including daily drill reports and inventory logs.
• Contribute to and establish effective workplace relationships
• Provide training through instruction and demonstration of work skills, coaching, and mentoring to other field employees.

Education And Experience

Typically requires a High School diploma or GED or equivalent and/or a minimum of 1+ years of directly related experience.

What We Offer

• Employer Matched Pension Plan
• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and a Healthcare Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Bonus Program
• A safety-first culture where your well-being is our top priority.

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).

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we thank all who apply but will only be contacting those selected for an interview.

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