Posted 2 months ago
Sonic Driller
@ Boart Longyear
Calgary, AB · Saskatoon, SK · Vancouver, BC · Fort McMurray, AB
Overview
Boart Longyear is hiring Sonic Drillers for its sites across northern Alberta, including CNRL, Suncor, Syncrude, Kearl and Fission. The role is semi-skilled, labour-intensive drilling work in mining and oil sands settings, with a posted hourly wage of $39.00-$44.50 plus overtime, travel pay and year-round work.
Pay:
$39–$44.50 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Assist across sonic and geotechnical drilling operations safely
- Set collar location, alignment, depth and drill angle
- Maintain site equipment and tools
- Train new drillers when required
- Perform surveys according to client
Requirements summary:
- Sonic or geotechnical driller or helper experience
- Class 5 or better licence with reasonable abstract
- Pass pre-access, post-incident and annual drug and alcohol screening
- Willing to work long outdoor hours and travel
- Willing to learn advanced geotechnical testing
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · dayforce-feed
- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-03
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-15
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-15
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Construction trades |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | overtime |
| Travel | ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Client sites, Outdoors |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | drug and alcohol |
| Encouraged to apply | People with disabilities |
| Education | High school (required) |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Performance bonus, Wellness, Paid training, Home office allowance |
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Boart Longyear
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Full company description
Established in 1890, Boart Longyear is the world’s leading innovative provider of drilling services, manufacturer of productivity-driven drilling equipment and performance tooling, and developer of orebody-data technology, which is revolutionizing the future of mineral development. People are the Company’s key assets, and it is understood the best ideas result from collaboration between individuals with diverse backgrounds, opinions, and perspectives. Boart Longyear is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace, fostering environments free from discrimination and harassment, where everyone feels safe and empowered to share their ideas and opinions. With a rich heritage spanning over 135 years, the Company continues to build value for customers worldwide. Boart Longyear is headquartered in the US capital city of Salt Lake City, Utah. The Company operates in 26 countries, with approximately 6,000 employees as of the end of 2023.
- LinkedIn followers
- 101,390
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 3,809
- Reported office locations
- 2455 S 3600 W, West Valley City, Utah 84119, US
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- Business categories
- Mining
- Other recorded names
- Boart Longyear
- Specialties
- Contract Drilling Services
- Manufacturing
- Research & Development
- Mine De-Watering
- Environmental Sampling
- Oil Sands Exploration
- Mining
- Machines
- Drills
- Diamond Bits
- and Rock Tools
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
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Established in 1890, Boart Longyear is the world’s leading innovative provider of drilling services, manufacturer of productivity-driven drilling equipment and performance tooling, and developer of orebody-data technology, which is revolutionizing the future of mineral development. People are the Company’s key assets, and it is understood the best ideas result from collaboration between individuals with diverse…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Mining |
| Company size | 5,001-10,000 employees |
| Headquarters | West Valley City, Utah |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Specialties | Contract Drilling ServicesManufacturingResearch & DevelopmentMine De-WateringEnvironmental SamplingOil Sands ExplorationMiningMachinesDrillsDiamond Bits |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 29 |
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Company Overview
Established in 1890, Boart Longyear is the world’s leading provider of drilling services, orebody knowledge technology, and innovative, safe, and productivity-driven drilling equipment. With its main focus in mining and exploration activities spanning a wide range of commodities, including copper, gold, nickel, zinc, uranium, and other metals and minerals, the Company holds a substantial presence in the energy, oil sands exploration, and environmental sectors.
The Global Drilling Services division operates for a diverse mining customer base with drilling methods including diamond coring exploration, reverse circulation, large diameter rotary, mine dewatering, water supply drilling, pump services, production, and sonic drilling services.
Our People
At Boart Longyear, people are our most important asset, and we understand that the best ideas are developed because of collaborative efforts between individuals with diverse backgrounds, opinions, and perspectives; That is why we are committed to diversity and inclusion in our work teams, fostering environments free of discrimination and harassment, where everyone feels free to present their opinions and be heard.
Our Vision
Boart Longyear’s vision is to be the global industry leader in safety, drilling innovation and productivity.
Our Values
Our success as a business depends on how we operate. The 'how' is the distinctive way in which we conduct our business, guided by our values of Integrity, Health & Safety, Teamwork & Diversity, Customer Focus and Sustainability.
Are you ready to launch your career in the drilling industry with a company that’s been setting the global standard for over 130 years? Boart Longyear is now hiring Sonic Drillers.
Founded in 1890, Boart Longyear is the world’s leading provider of drilling services, drilling equipment, and performance tooling for mining and exploration industries. With operations spanning over 40 countries, our name is trusted across the globe for innovation, safety, and results.
At Boart Longyear, we’re not just drilling holes — we’re drilling deeper into possibilities. Whether you're working in the field or supporting from behind the scenes, you're part of a legacy that’s helped shape the mining world for generations.
Hourly Wage: $39.00-$44.50/hr
This posting is for our various sites across northern Alberta including CNRL, Suncor, Syncrude, Kearl, and Fission.
Job Responsibilities:
Provides semi-skilled labour intensive assistance across a wide spectrum of drilling operations in an efficient and safe manner. Responsible for general condition and obtaining optimum life out of all site equipment and tools, location of the collar of the hole, ensuring correct alignment with front and back sites, offsets, depth and setting of the drill at the correct angle. May be responsible for the training of new drillers in a safe environment. Performs surveys according to client.
This position is for Sonic Drillers, or:
• Geotechnical drillers looking to move to train on sonic drills
• Sonic drillers in training looking to progress to lead driller Position requirements:
• Driller or driller’s helper experience related to sonic or geotechnical drilling • Ability to work in mining and oil & gas environments including the ability to pass pre-access, post incident, and annual drug and alcohol screening
• Class 5 or better drivers license with reasonable drivers abstract (commercial DL is an asset) • Willingness to work with a wide variety of equipment
• Willingness to work long hours outdoors in all conditions • Willingness to work hard, and travel for work
• Willingness to perform both shop based and field based work
• Willing to learn new advanced geotechnical testing techniques involving sophisticated electronic testing equipment
• Positive attitude in the work place Position offers:
• Hourly pay including daily overtime, weekly overtime, and double time
• Paid travel and paid training
• Additional bonuses and perks
• Out of town living allowance
• Excellent benefits
• Year-round work
Education and Experience:
Typically requires a High School diploma or GED or equivalent and/or a minimum of 5+ years of directly related experience.
What We Offer:
- Employer Matched Pension Plan
- Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and a Healthcare Spending Account
- Employee Assistance Program
- 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.
Boart Longyear welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process as per the guidelines of the Accessibilities for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we thank all who apply but will only be contacting those selected for an interview.
Visit the career website: https://careers.boartlongyear.com/ and follow Boart Longyear on social media: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
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