Driller - NV Surface RC

SURFACE DRILLER - LEAD WITH SAFETY, GROW WITH STABILITY

• Safety is PARAMOUNT in our business. You must follow all established policies, procedures and best practices as well as the law at all times.
• Operate the drill and lead a small crew while supporting all site operations: make/break connections (add/remove rods); handle rods/tools and perform manual material handling; haul supplies to/from the drill site; mix drilling fluids; collect, label, and organize samples and build chip trays; assist with rig-up/rig-down and site moves; fuel equipment and perform basic operator/PM service (greasing, oil changes, housekeeping); complete pre-start, daily site, and rig inspections;
  
  maintain accurate parts/supplies inventory; perform basic measurements/calculations; provide site inductions to visitors; and maintain/document the condition and service life of equipment and tooling.
• Prepare daily reports of all drilling activities. Some examples of these reports are: reflect footage drilled, time spent performing other activities besides drilling, timekeeping for payroll purposes and reporting supplies consumed
• Participate in weekly safety and daily line out meetings.
• May be required to operate non-drilling equipment such as light or heavy vehicles, cranes, tele handlers, forklift, skidders, track-mounted utility vehicles, etc.
• Monitor a safe workplace, maintain workplace safety and apply risk management processes for 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.
• As an employee you must perform all your duties in a safe manner, 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 level of competency.
• Work safely and follow EHS policies and procedures and conduct local risk control.
• Have the ability to apply first aid.

• 2-3 year of consistent experience as a Driller or Driller Assistant in Drilling, Mining, or adjacent/related industry.
• Previous experience in related positions such as: construction laborer, heavy laborer, mechanic, and mechanical work.
• Excellent in communicating with clients and supervisor and be able to work positively with others
• Must have a complete knowledge of mechanics as related to drill rigs, diesel, hydraulics, electrical
• Ability to personally handle heavy wrenches, lift and/or carry heavy tools or supplies and operate levers with both hands
• Willing to travel by plane or car to worksites throughout Nevada, Utah, Arizona, Idaho and other states where we do business.
• Able to commute long distances for shifts (300+ miles)
• Willing to work in remote locations and in all-weather elements
• Willing to work at job sites for an extended period of time, 12+ hour shifts for 14-20 days at a time
• Must have a valid U.S. Driver's License and capable of acquiring CDL.
• Must have valid U.S. Work Authorization
• Must pass background and drug screening
• Must pass a Physical Functional Fitness Evaluation
• High School diploma or GED or equivalent

• Strong Day Rate + Overtime - Firstyear total comp typically $95k $125k with overtime & bonuses.
• Medical, Dental, Vision - Full family coverage options from Day 1 of first full month of employment.
• 401(k) Match & Financial Coaching - Plan for longterm security.
• Travel on Us, Per Diem in Your Pocket - Focus on the work, not the logistics: airfare covered and a steady per diem.
• Gear & Allowances - Company funded PPE, boot allowance, and work attire.
• BRAVO Recognition - Cash and swag awards for safety milestones and innovation.

Boart Longyear is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We appreciate all applicants from all backgrounds; only those selected for interview will be contacted.

Job Family Drilling Services

Pay Type Hourly