Assistant Driller, Mining, Oil & Gas

Energy Job Shop; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay: $85,000–$97,000 first

Paid training and certifications (MSHA

Full medical benefits including dental

401K retirement plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Employee recognition rewards program

Discount program (Perks)

PPE and boot allowance

Job summary

Boart Longyear is seeking Driller Assistants to join their Eastern Coring operations in Wytheville, Virginia. The role involves extended rotations with 12+ hour shifts for 14–20 days, travel to sites across Virginia, North Carolina and beyond, and a pathway to a skilled trade in mining.

Paid training and overtime potential are highlighted, with bonus opportunities and full benefits. Candidates should be mechanically inclined, ready to learn, and compliant with safety standards.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Willingness to travel to worksites across multiple states.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and ability to learn drilling operations.
• Must maintain safety standards and follow site rules.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Willingness to travel

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

MSHA Certification

Job description

Mining Driller Assistants - 14-20/7-10 - Paid Training + Per Diem + Overtime- Wytheville, VA

Boart Longyear is seeking Driller Assistants to join their Eastern Coring operations in Wytheville, Virginia. These positions offer a unique blend of adventure and stability, with extended rotations and significant overtime potential. Ideal candidates are mechanically inclined, eager to learn, and ready to launch a skilled trade career in the mining industry with a company known for safety and advancement opportunities.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive pay: First year total compensation typically $85,000–$97,000 with overtime, per diem, and bonuses
• Paid training and certifications (MSHA, First Aid, etc.)
• Full medical benefits including dental and vision
• 401K retirement plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Employee recognition rewards program (BRAVO)
• Employee discount program (Perks)
• Company-funded PPE and boot allowance

What You’ll Need

• Willingness to travel by plane or car to worksites throughout Virginia, North Carolina, Tennessee, and other states
• Able to commute long distances for shifts (300+ miles)
• Willing to work in remote locations and all-weather elements
• Ability to work extended periods (12+ hour shifts for 14–20 days at a time)
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License
• Valid U.S. Work Authorization
• Pass background and drug screening
• Pass a Physical Functional Fitness Evaluation
• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Minimum of 1 year of directly related experience in drilling and/or related positions such as construction laborer, heavy laborer, mechanic, or mechanical work