Driller Assistant - Western Coring

CORING DRILLER ASSISTANT

Provide semi-skilled labor‑intensive assistance for drilling crews, including driving, equipment operation, rigging, maintenance, inspections, and inventory management.

• Hauling supplies to and from the drill site.
• Adding and removing rods to and from the drill string.
• Sample collection and labeling.
• Building chip trays.
• Assisting in rigging up and down and moving to new drill locations.
• Fueling site equipment and conducting preventive maintenance (oil changes, greasing).
• Completing daily site inspections, mast inspections, and pre‑shift inspections on all equipment.
• Providing site inductions to all visitors.
• Maintaining an accurate parts inventory.
• Ensuring the general condition of and obtaining optimal life out of all site equipment and tooling.
• Performing other duties as assigned by Driller or Field Supervisor.
• Occasionally training new driller assistants in a safe environment.

• Willing to travel by plane or car to worksites throughout Nevada, Utah, Arizona, Colorado, and other states.
• Able to commute long distances for shifts (300+ miles).
• Willing to work in remote locations and in all‑weather conditions.
• Willing to work extended shifts (12+ hours) 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 experience in related positions such as construction laborer, heavy laborer, mechanic, or mechanical work.

• Competitive pay with overtime; first‑year total compensation typically $85k‑$97k with overtime, per diem & bonuses.
• Full medical benefits including dental and vision.
• Competitive 401(k).
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Employee recognition rewards program (BRAVO).
• Employee discount program (Perks).

Boart Longyear is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Only those selected for interview will be contacted.