Driller - Sonic
Job Responsibilities
Provides semi-skilled labor-intensive assistance across a wide spectrum of drilling operations in an efficient and safe manner. Operations could include core, sonic, rotary, or percussive drilling rigs. This could include the operation of simple equipment/machinery. Responsible for maintaining the condition of site equipment and tools, locating the collar of the hole, ensuring correct alignment with front and back sites, offsets, depth, and setting the drill at the correct angle. May also be responsible for training new drillers in a safe environment.
Education And Experience
Typically requires a High School diploma or GED or equivalent and/or a minimum of 3+ years of directly related experience.
About the Role
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.
Company Overview
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. Learn more at boartlongyear.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter(X). Interested? Apply now at https://careers.boartlongyear.com/. Boart Longyear is an Equal Opportunity Employer.