Driller Assistant - Sonic

Why this Role Fits You

• Adventure + Stability – Work 14–20 days on, 7–10 days off—plenty of home time to hunt, fish, or wrench on your projects while banking serious overtime.
• Paid Training & Certifications – From MSHA to First Aid, we cover the cost so you can level-up fast without college debt.
• Progression Opportunities – Clear growth path from Driller Assistant ▶ Driller ▶ Field Supervisor and more, with pay bumps at milestones.
• Gear Up on Us – Company-funded PPE and boot allowance.
• Big Rig Brotherhood – Small crews who look out for each other, coach rookies, and take pride in zero-incident shifts.

If you have grit, mechanical aptitude, and drive to learn, Boart Longyear will invest in your success. Apply in minutes on your phone; our recruiters respond within 24 hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide semi-skilled labor-intensive assistance for drilling crews, including operation of various types of vehicles, equipment/machinery and other tasks.
• Haul supplies to and from the drill site.
• Perform manual material handling.
• Mix drilling fluids.
• Make connections – adding/removing rods to/from drill string.
• Collect samples – ensure bags/cores are labeled correctly, are legible, kept in numeric order according to designated footages and closed securely.
• Build chip trays.
• Assist in rigging up/down and moving to new drill locations.
• Fuel site equipment and conduct preventative maintenance (oil changes, greasing, fueling, etc.).
• Complete daily site inspections, mast inspections and pre-shift inspections on all equipment.
• Provide site inductions to all visitors.
• Maintain an accurate parts inventory.
• Oversee general condition of and obtain optimum life out of all site equipment and tooling.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Driller/Field Supervisor.
• At times, train new driller assistants in a safe environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Willing to travel by plane or car to worksites throughout Nevada, Utah, Arizona, Colorado 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.
• 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.
• Minimum of 1 year of directly related experience in drilling OR minimum of 1 year experience in related positions such as: construction laborer, heavy laborer, mechanic, and mechanical work.

Compensation, Benefits and Perks

• Competitive Pay + Overtime – First-year total comp typically $85k–$97k with overtime, per diem & bonuses.
• Full medical benefits including dental and vision.
• Competitive 401K.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Employee recognition rewards program (BRAVO).
• Employee discount program (Perks).

About Boart Longyear

Founded in 1890, Boart Longyear has spent 135 years pushing drilling tech to new depths. We're the world's largest provider of exploration drilling services and the company behind the rigs, rods, and tooling that make it possible—so when you pull on our hard hat, you're backed by a century-plus of know-how, safety records, and rock-solid paychecks.

What You'll Be Part Of

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 People & Values: Great ideas come from diverse teams. We foster an inclusive, respectful environment where everyone is heard. Our vision: lead the industry in safety, innovation, and productivity. Our values: Integrity, Health & Safety, Teamwork & Diversity, Customer Focus, and Sustainability. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah. Learn more at boartlongyear.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter(X).