What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sonic Mechanic position at Drilling Services?
Job Description
Safety, Stability & Financial Security: For over 135 years, Boart Longyear has helped people build safe, stable careers with the opportunity to support their families and plan for secure futures.
In this position you will gain valuable knowledge of our Sonic Drill heads. Time will be spent mainly in the workshop, with opportunities to travel to jobsites. Duties in the workshop will include training, drill head repairs and overhauls. Time spent in the field will be for trouble shooting drill head issues and exchanging drill heads. Reignite your skilled‑trade career by supporting the crews trusted to take on the industry’s toughest drilling jobs. This position will be based in our Glendale, AZ corporate facilities.
Responsibilities
Compensation, Benefits and Perks
Talented people are attracted to companies with long-term success and a supportive workplace culture that encourages work-life balance. Boart Longyear offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and career advancement opportunities. If hired, you can expect:
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 We Do
Global Drilling Services – Crews run diamond coring, reverse circulation, large‑diameter rotary, mine de‑watering, water‑supply, pump, production, and sonic rigs for copper, gold, nickel, zinc, uranium, and more—plus energy, oil‑sands, and environmental projects.
Products & Innovation – In‑house R&D owns hundreds of patents, building and servicing the heavy gear we rely on every shift.
Veracio Tech Division – Our digital arm fuses AI, sensors, and advanced analytics to give clients real‑time ore insights, cutting costs and keeping work steady.
Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, we operate rigs and manufacturing hubs across North & South America, EMEA, and APAC. Catch a glimpse of life on the rigs at boartlongyear.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and X.
Boart Longyear is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age veteran status, or any other protected status. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected to move forward will be contacted. Please apply online at https://careers.boartlongyear.com/
Safety, Stability & Financial Security: For over 135 years, Boart Longyear has helped people build safe, stable careers with the opportunity to support their families and plan for secure futures.
In this position you will gain valuable knowledge of our Sonic Drill heads. Time will be spent mainly in the workshop, with opportunities to travel to jobsites. Duties in the workshop will include training, drill head repairs and overhauls. Time spent in the field will be for trouble shooting drill head issues and exchanging drill heads. Reignite your skilled‑trade career by supporting the crews trusted to take on the industry’s toughest drilling jobs. This position will be based in our Glendale, AZ corporate facilities.
Responsibilities
- Applicants should be eager to learn, be self-motivated and have a desire to become a team leader.
- This person will perform a variety of duties designed to service, repair and maintain Boart Longyear’s Fleet of Sonic Drill Heads and support equipment.
- Must have the ability to diagnose mechanical problems in equipment and be able to perform quick turnaround to get these drill heads back in operation.
- Mechanic must be able to remain in a standing position for extended periods of time. You need to be able to lift your arms above shoulder level to install and remove broken or worn-out components.
- You must have skills in the care and use of hand and power tools and be able to manipulate these tools in areas of limited space.
- You must be able to work safely and adhere to all policies and requirements
- Perform routine maintenance of equipment
- Willing to work in adverse weather conditions
- Be willing to travel
- Must be able to work well with others and have a positive attitude
- Must be able to communicate with supervisor, driller and safety personnel
- Must have the ability to follow instructions while paying close attention to detail
- Must be able to work with little or no supervision
- Hydraulic systems experience is preferred
- Knowledge of small engine repairs is preferred
- Knowledge of duplex and triplex mud pumps is preferred
- Knowledge of failure analysis and root cause preferred
- Be able to lift 50 pounds frequently
- Pass a drug screen
- Pass a background check
- Must have a valid driver’s license
- Must be able to be MSHA/OSHA certified
Compensation, Benefits and Perks
Talented people are attracted to companies with long-term success and a supportive workplace culture that encourages work-life balance. Boart Longyear offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and career advancement opportunities. If hired, you can expect:
- Competitive Pay Overtime Per Diem
- 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 We Do
Global Drilling Services – Crews run diamond coring, reverse circulation, large‑diameter rotary, mine de‑watering, water‑supply, pump, production, and sonic rigs for copper, gold, nickel, zinc, uranium, and more—plus energy, oil‑sands, and environmental projects.
Products & Innovation – In‑house R&D owns hundreds of patents, building and servicing the heavy gear we rely on every shift.
Veracio Tech Division – Our digital arm fuses AI, sensors, and advanced analytics to give clients real‑time ore insights, cutting costs and keeping work steady.
Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, we operate rigs and manufacturing hubs across North & South America, EMEA, and APAC. Catch a glimpse of life on the rigs at boartlongyear.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and X.
Boart Longyear is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age veteran status, or any other protected status. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected to move forward will be contacted. Please apply online at https://careers.boartlongyear.com/
