Are you looking for a rewarding prospect and a gratifying career? Boart Longyear is currently recruiting Driller Assistants to join our team for multi-year, underground contracts across Canada. We realize drilling can be a tough and physically demanding position; however we're looking for people that are willing to work hard and collect some great pay checks.
Hourly Wage: $24.90/hr - $30.71/hr plus bonus
This posting reflects multiple existing vacancies at our various sites across Ontario including Sudbury, Matachewan, Musselwhite, Wawa and Kirkland Lake.
Job Responsibilities: Safety is PARAMOUNT in our business. You must follow all established policies, procedures and best practices as well as the law at all times.
As an employee you must perform all your duties in a safe manor 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.
Be physically fit for work
Work under instructions of a driller/drilling field supervisor or division manager. Daily routine work is accomplished with more or less direction depending on the competency level.
Work safely and follow EHS policies and procedures and conduct local risk control
Have the ability to apply first aid
Support the drilling operations: handle rods and drilling tools, collect and handle samples, mix drilling fluids, carry out basic maintenance of tools and equipment, housekeeping, supplies count, perform basic measurement and calculations,



carry out basic operator maintenance, complete pre-start checks, refuel vehicles and plant.
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
Contribute to and establish effective workplace relationships
Provide training through instruction and demonstration of work skills, coaching and mentoring to other field employees.
Position Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid First Aid Certificate
Sufficient language skills, literacy and numeracy skills to perform all job-related tasks
Labour background considered an asset
2+ years of directly related experience.
Exposure to different drilling environments and techniques is preferred.
This position requires the successful candidate to meet the Fitness for Duty program standards.
Common Core (Records need to be submitted).
What We Offer: Employer Matched Pension Plan
Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and a Healthcare Spending Account
Employee Assistance Program
Opportunities for career advancement
Referral Bonus Program
A safety-first culture where your well-being is our top priority.
This posting is a standing posting and may or may not reflect current opportunities.

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📌 Underground Driller Assistant (Ontario)
🏢 Boart Longyear
📍 Ontario