Surface RC Driller Assistant — Earn While You Learn

Boart Longyear Ltd.; Butte (MT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay with overtime

Full medical benefits including dental

401K

PTO

Job summary

Boart Longyear Ltd. seeks a Driller Assistant for NV Surface RC operations in Butte, MT. This full-time role supports drilling crews, handles equipment, and maintains site safety and efficiency.

Expect long shifts, travel to multiple sites, and on-site training plus overtime opportunities. What you bring: a high school diploma or GED, a valid US driver’s license, and willingness to travel and work in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Willing to travel by plane or car to worksites throughout Idaho, Oregon, Montana, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, Colorado and other states where we do business.
• Able to commute long distances for shifts (300+ miles).
• Must pass background and drug screening.
• Must pass a Physical Functional Fitness Evaluation.
• High School diploma or GED or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide semi-skilled labor-intensive assistance for drilling crews.
• Operate various vehicles, equipment, and perform related tasks.
• Haul supplies to and from the drill site and perform manual material handling.
• Mix drilling fluids and assist in rigging up/down and moving to new drill locations.
• Take samples and ensure bags/cores are labeled and logged correctly.
• Complete daily site and mast inspections and participate in pre-shift checks.
• Assist in training new drillers as needed.

Skills

Willing to travel

Driver's license

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Heavy equipment operation

Job description

Boart Longyear Ltd. seeks a Driller Assistant for NV Surface RC operations in Butte, MT. This full-time role supports drilling crews, handles equipment, and maintains site safety and efficiency.

Expect long shifts, travel to multiple sites, and on-site training plus overtime opportunities. What you bring: a high school diploma or GED, a valid US driver’s license, and willingness to travel and work in all weather conditions.