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Boart Longyear Heavy Duty Mechanic - Saskatoon in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

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Job Description

Boart Longyear is a global leader in drilling services, providing innovative and reliable solutions to the mining and drilling industry. With a rich history spanning over 130 years, Boart Longyear is committed to delivering excellence in safety, drilling services, and technology.

We are currently seeking a Heavy Duty Mechanic to join our Boart Longyear team in Saskatoon, SK.

Responsibilities

  • Check for proper performance and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions.

  • Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine extent of repair required.

  • Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts, components or systems, using hand and power tools.

  • Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that work meets regulatory specifications.

  • Clean, lubricate and perform other routine maintenance work on equipment.

  • Perform repair work on all Boart Longyear Drilling equipment.

  • May service specialty attachments or components and maintain, adjust and repair such items.

  • Ensure standards for safe working conditions are observed.

  • Establish methods to meet work schedules and co-ordinate work activities with other departments.

  • Requisition parts, materials, and supplies.

  • Resolve work problems and recommend work measures to improve productivity.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Trade Certification (Red Seal); Completion of the apprenticeship program.

  • 5-10 years of experience in the trade.

  • Valid driver's license (abstract required upon hire).

  • Willing to travel as required.

  • Willing to work outside and/or in a shop environment.

  • Standard First Aid Certification.

  • Basic Safety Orientation is an asset.

  • Local to the Saskatoon area or willing to relocate.

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:

  • a strong compensation plan

  • medical, vision, and dental program

  • retirement program (Boart Longyear Pension Plan)

  • employee recognition rewards program (BRAVO)

  • employee assistance program

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.

The Global Products division offers sophisticated research and development and holds hundreds of patented designs to manufacture, market, and service reliable drill rigs, innovative drill string products, rugged performance tooling, durable drilling consumables, and quality parts for customers worldwide.

Veracio, a wholly owned Boart Longyear subsidiary, offers mining clients a range of solutions that improve, automate, and digitally transform their orebody sciences by championing a modern approach through a diverse product portfolio that fuse science and technology together with digital accessibility. Veracio leverages artificial intelligence and advanced analytics to accelerate real-time decision making and significantly lower the cost of mineral exploration.

Boart Longyear is headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, USA, and listed on the Australian Securities Exchange in Sydney, Australia (ASX:BLY). Visit the website, boartlongyear.com and follow Boart Longyear on social media: LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .

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. Please apply online at https://careers.boartlongyear.com/

Auto req ID: 14965BR
Job Code: 320004 Mechanic 4.10.Hourly
Function: Drilling Services
Region (Business Group): NAM
Country: Canada
State/Province: Saskatchewan
City: Saskatoon