Heavy Equipment Mechanic – Drilling Rigs & Field

Boart Longyear Ltd.; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical vision dental program

Retirement program

BRAVO rewards

Job summary

Boart Longyear, a global leader in drilling services, seeks a Heavy Equipment Mechanic in the Phoenix/Glendale area. The role involves 14 days on site with 7 days off, traveling to job sites and working in the shop to maintain and repair drill rigs and support equipment.

Expect to diagnose hydraulic, electrical, and diesel systems and perform overhauls. The position requires a minimum of 2 years of mechanical experience, willingness to travel, and the ability to lift 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of mechanic experience required, with established previous job tenure preferred.
• Experience with electrical and hydraulic schematics required.
• Some welding and fabrication experience recommended.
• Hydraulic experience, pumps manifolds cylinder repairs recommended.
• Basic diesel engine and fuel system diagnostic experience.
• Electrical experience or certification is a plus.
• Knowledge of high-pressure air systems, i.e. screw compressors and boosters is a plus.
• Knowledge of duplex and triplex mud pumps is a plus.
• Able to work minimum 50+ hrs per week with scheduled overtime.
• Be able to lift 50 pounds frequently.
• Pass a drug screen and background check.
• Must have own tools.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be able to attain a CDL.
• Must be able to be MSHA/OSHA certified

Responsibilities

• Maintain Boart Longyear’s fleet of drill rigs and support equipment.
• Repair electric and hydraulic systems, diesel systems, and high-pressure pneumatics.
• Diagnose hydraulic problems and ensure fast turnaround to get rigs back in service.
• In-workshop duties: training, equipment repairs, and overhauls.
• Travel to job sites on 14-day hitch rotations.

Skills

Eager to learn

Self-motivated

Team leadership

Education

Electrical certification

Tools

Electrical schematics

Hydraulic systems

Welding & fabrication

Diesel engines

High-pressure air systems

Mud pumps

Own tools

CDL eligible

MSHA/OSHA certified

Job description

Boart Longyear, a global leader in drilling services, seeks a Heavy Equipment Mechanic in the Phoenix/Glendale area. The role involves 14 days on site with 7 days off, traveling to job sites and working in the shop to maintain and repair drill rigs and support equipment.

Expect to diagnose hydraulic, electrical, and diesel systems and perform overhauls. The position requires a minimum of 2 years of mechanical experience, willingness to travel, and the ability to lift 50 pounds.