Driller Trainee

Boart Longyear
Portland, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 6/23/2023 CLOSED ON 7/22/2023

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driller Trainee position at Boart Longyear?

Are you ready to embark on a thrilling journey towards a fulfilling career? Look no further than Boart Longyear, the undisputed industry leader, offering an exceptional opportunity as a Driller Trainee. We understand that this role requires physical strength and perseverance, but if you're driven to push your limits and work hard, this could be the perfect match for you.

At Boart Longyear, we dominate the market as the preferred choice of clients across various industries, including minerals exploration, environmental drilling, and infrastructure projects. Joining our prestigious Drilling Services teams means stepping into the global forefront of rotary, core, sonic, and percussive drilling applications. Our drillers are revered for their unmatched skill, extensive experience, unwavering commitment to safety, and dedication to delivering unparalleled service to our valued customers.

Compensation: $17-$19/hr

Job Responsibilities:

As a Driller Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting our rotary drilling crews with your semi-skilled labor-intensive assistance. This dynamic position will put you in charge of operating various vehicles, equipment, and machinery, including:

  • Transporting essential supplies to and from the drill site
  • Engaging in manual material handling
  • Mastering the art of drilling fluid mixing
  • Collaborating closely with the driller to ensure seamless drilling processes

Education and Experience:

  • High School diploma or GED or equivalent
  • 0-1 years of directly related experience in small or large rotary drilling

Qualifications:

  • Adventure awaits! Be willing to travel by plane or car to worksites throughout Nevada, Utah, Arizona, and Virginia and other states where we do business
  • Embrace the open road! Be able to commute long distances for work (300 miles)
  • Be willing to work at job sites for extended periods of time
  • Journey to different locations! Be willing to work in remote locations
  • Be able to work 12 hour shifts for 5-20 days at a time

Perks, Benefits, and Compensation:

At Boart Longyear, we believe that exceptional individuals deserve exceptional rewards. By joining our esteemed team, you can expect:

  • A competitive compensation plan that recognizes and values your expertise
  • Comprehensive medical benefits
  • Dental coverage
  • Vision benefits
  • A robust 401K retirement plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • A fun and relaxed work environment where teamwork and camaraderie thrive

About Boart Longyear:

Established in 1890, Boart Longyear proudly stands as the unrivaled world leader in drilling services, equipment, and performance tooling. Our exceptional reputation extends to mining and drilling companies, aftermarket parts and service, energy sectors, mine de-watering, oil sands exploration, production drilling, and down-hole instrumentation.

Headquartered in the vibrant city of Salt Lake City, Utah, USA, we are listed on the prestigious Australian Securities Exchange in Sydney, Australia (ASX:BLY). Discover more about our illustrious company and its pioneering achievements by visiting our website at www.boartlongyear.com. For real-time Boart Longyear news and updates, join us on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook.

Please note that all new hires must successfully 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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 12 hour shift
  • Weekend availability

Application Question(s):

  • Are you willing to travel by plane or car to worksites throughout Nevada, Utah, Arizona, and Virginia and other states where we do business?
  • Are you able to commute long distances for work (300 miles)?
  • Are you able to work 12 hour shifts for 5-20 days at a time?
  • Are you able to work in different weather conditions outdoors?
  • Can you please verify your email address?

Willingness to travel:

  • 100% (Required)

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $17 - $19

Traveling Driller
Cascade Drilling, LP -
Clackamas, OR
Driller/Grinder - Day
NATIONAL PRODUCTS INC -
Kelso, WA
EMT trainee
MEDIX AMBULANCE SERVICE, INC. -
Warrenton, OR

For Employer
Looking for Real-time Job Posting Salary Data?
Keep a pulse on the job market with advanced job matching technology.
If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs with skills like those required for the Driller Trainee.

Click the checkbox next to the jobs that you are interested in.

  • Forklift Operation Skill

    • Income Estimation: $38,991 - $48,959
    • Income Estimation: $38,710 - $48,831
  • Inventory Management Skill

    • Income Estimation: $36,404 - $44,649
    • Income Estimation: $39,932 - $52,038
This job has expired.
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Boart Longyear

Boart Longyear
Hired Organization Address Salt Lake, UT Full Time
Job Description: Boart Longyear is a global leader in drilling services, providing innovative and reliable solutions to ...
Boart Longyear
Hired Organization Address Phoenix, AZ Full Time
Job Description: Job Description: Boart Longyear is a global leader in drilling services, providing innovative and relia...
Boart Longyear
Hired Organization Address Nye, MT Full Time
Job Description: This is not an entry level position. It is mandatory to have 2-3 years' industry experience Are you loo...
Boart Longyear
Hired Organization Address Nye, MT Full Time
Job Description : This is not an entry level position. It is mandatory to have 2-3 years' industry experience Are you lo...

Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Driller Trainee jobs in the Portland, OR area that may be a better fit.

Bore Driller / Directional Driller

Utilities One, Portland, OR

Bore Driller / Directional Driller

UtilitiesOne, Portland, OR