Production Driller

CORE DRILLER — LEAD WITH SAFETY, GROW WITH STABILITY
Safety, Stability & Financial Security: For over 135 years, Boart Longyear has helped people build safe, stable careers with the opportunity to support their families and plan for secure futures.
Join the team that runs reliable equipment, provides opportunities for growth, and sets a clear ladder from Lead Driller ➞ Field Supervisor ➞ Leadership — without forcing you behind a desk 24/7. Boart Longyear achieves drilling excellence by prioritizing our people. Reliable schedules, strong safety standards, and benefits designed for families — so you can focus on what matters most.
Lead & Mentor – Run a crew of 2–3 assistants, teach safe habits, and earn bonuses tied to performance, safety, and zero‑incident shifts.

• Performance Pay – Bonus structure rewards completed jobs, extra effort, and spotless safety record.
• 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; 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; 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
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.
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.
Work under the instructions of a driller/drilling field supervisor or division manager. Work safely and follow EHS policies and procedures and conduct local risk control.
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.
• Must have a complete knowledge of mechanics as related to drill rigs, diesel, hydraulics, electrical
• 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
• Driver’s License and capable of acquiring CDL.
• High School diploma or GED or equivalent

Strong Day Rate + Overtime – First‑year 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 long‑term security.
• Travel on Us, Per Diem in Your Pocket — Focus on the work, not the logistics: airfare covered and a steady per diem.
• BRAVO Recognition – Cash and swag awards for safety milestones and innovation.

Since 1890, Boart Longyear has led the way in drilling services, orebody knowledge technology, and productivity-driven equipment for mining and exploration. We support projects across copper, gold, nickel, zinc, uranium, and more—with additional work in energy, oil sands, and environmental sectors.
Global Drilling Services: At Boart Longyear Drilling Services, you’ll join a world-leading provider of contract drilling solutions with a legacy of safe and reliable performance since 1890. Our Drilling Services division delivers a full range of drilling capabilities — including mineral exploration, water services, production drilling, reverse circulation, sonic, surface and underground coring — for a diverse global customer base spanning copper, gold, nickel, zinc, uranium and other critical commodities. We are recognized for innovative solutions, technical expertise, and operational excellence in some of the most challenging environments worldwide, backed by deep investment in safety, people, and equipment.

Our vision: lead the industry in safety, innovation, and productivity. Integrity, Health & Safety, Teamwork & Diversity, Customer Focus, and Sustainability.
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Job Family Drilling Services
Pay Type Hourly