**This is not an entry level position. It is mandatory to have 2-3 years’ industry experience**
Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity and a gratifying career? The industry leader Boart Longyear Underground RC/Percussive Driller position is just for you. We realize being an Underground RC/Percussive Driller can be a tough and physically demanding position; however we’re looking for people who are willing to work hard and not afraid of being underground.
Our drilling services are the global industry leaders in the application of rotary, core, sonic and percussive drilling. Our global teams of underground drillers are skilled, knowledgeable, safety-focused and committed to our customers and our business. If you like single-handedly commanding a Boart Longyear drilling rig, this position is for you.
Job Responsibilities
· Supervise employees in accordance with Boart Longyear safety policies and procedures
· Train and coach driller trainees
· 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
· Perform and document daily pre-shift inspections
· Perform and document maintenance and repairs on company equipment and vehicles
· Participate in weekly safety and daily line out meetings.
· 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
Qualifications:
• Willing to travel by plane or car to worksites throughout Nevada, Utah, Arizona, and Virginia and other states where we do business.
• Able to commute long distances for work (300+ miles)
• Willing to work in remote locations
• Willing to work at job sites for extended periods of time
• Able to work 12 hour shifts for 5-20 days at a time
Perks, Benefits and Compensation:
We know that talented people are attracted to companies with long term success, an amazing culture. We also know you want a company that provides competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and outstanding career advancement opportunities. If hired, you can expect;
**This is not an entry level position. It is mandatory to have 2-3 years’ industry experience**
About Boart Longyear:
Established in 1890, Boart Longyear is the world’s leading provider of drilling services, drilling equipment and performance tooling for mining and drilling companies. It also has a substantial presence in aftermarket parts and service, energy, mine de-watering, oil sands exploration, production drilling, and down-hole instrumentation.
Boart Longyear is headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, USA, and listed on the Australian Securities Exchange in Sydney, Australia (ASX:BLY). More information about Boart Longyear can be found at www.boartlongyear.com. To get Boart Longyear news direct, follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook.
*All new hires must pass a pre-employment background check and drug test*
Boart Longyear does not discriminate in any aspect of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Boart Longyear does business.