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Major Drilling

Surface Shop - Mechanic

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

... reverse circulation, rotary, and environmental drilling. The United States division is looking for a Mechanic to work out of the Salt Lake City, UT Shop. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS * Work safely and ...

Boart Longyear

Driller Assistant - NV Large Rotary

Elko, NV · On-site

$85K - $97K/yr

Our Drilling Services division delivers a full range of drilling capabilities - including mineral exploration, water services, production drilling, reverse circulation, sonic, surface and underground ...

Coeur Mining

Exploration Geologist

Lovelock, NV · On-site

Log Reverse Circulation drill chips or Diamond Drill core and help maintain data in acQuire database. * Contribute to the planning of the exploration programs and target generation. * Perform ...

Freeport McMoRan

Geologist II

Bayard, NM · On-site

$87K - $120K/yr

Perform logging of core and reverse circulation drill cuttings. * Integrate and interpret all geological data (e.g., rock type, alteration, structure), assay, and mineralogical data into geologic ...

Boart Longyear

Driller Assistant - Sonic

Glendale, AZ · On-site

$85K - $97K/yr

Our Drilling Services division delivers a full range of drilling capabilities - including mineral exploration, water services, production drilling, reverse circulation, sonic, surface and underground ...

Freeport-McMoRan, Inc.

Geologist II

Bayard, NM · On-site

$87K - $120K/yr

Perform logging of core and reverse circulation drill cuttings. * Integrate and interpret all geological data (e.g., rock type, alteration, structure), assay, and mineralogical data into geologic ...

Freeport McMoRan

Geologist II

Bayard, NM

$87K - $120K/yr

Perform logging of core and reverse circulation drill cuttings. * Integrate and interpret all geological data (e.g., rock type, alteration, structure), assay, and mineralogical data into geologic ...

Boart Longyear

Driller Assistant - NV Surface RC

Boise, ID · On-site

$85K - $97K/yr

Our Drilling Services division delivers a full range of drilling capabilities - including mineral exploration, water services, production drilling, reverse circulation, sonic, surface and underground ...

Freeport McMoRan

Geologist II

Bayard, NM

$87K - $120K/yr

Perform logging of core and reverse circulation drill cuttings. Integrate and interpret all geological data (e.g., rock type, alteration, structure), assay, and mineralogical data into geologic maps ...

Boart Longyear

Warehouse Clerk

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$15.50 - $18.75/hr

Our Drilling Services division delivers a full range of drilling capabilities - including mineral exploration, water services, production drilling, reverse circulation, sonic, surface and underground ...

Boart Longyear

Sonic Field Mechanic

Glendale, AZ · On-site

$24.75 - $33.75/hr

Our Drilling Services division delivers a full range of drilling capabilities - including mineral exploration, water services, production drilling, reverse circulation, sonic, surface and underground ...

Boart Longyear Ltd.

$60 - $90/hr

Our Drilling Services division delivers a full range of drilling capabilities -- including mineral exploration, water services, production drilling, reverse circulation, sonic, surface and ...

AngloGold Ashanti

Staff Geologist

Amargosa Valley, NV · On-site

Conduct detailed geological logging of drill core and reverse-circulation (RC) chips, including lithology, structure, alteration, and mineralization. * Oversee day-to-day core shed operations and ...

Boart Longyear Ltd.

$60 - $90/hr

Our Drilling Services division delivers a full range of drilling capabilities -- including mineral exploration, water services, production drilling, reverse circulation, sonic, surface and ...

Boart Longyear

Machinist

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$19.75 - $27/hr

Our Drilling Services division delivers a full range of drilling capabilities - including mineral exploration, water services, production drilling, reverse circulation, sonic, surface and underground ...

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How much do entry level reverse circulation drilling jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level reverse circulation drilling in the United States is $15.84, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.98 and $16.83 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How to get a job as an entry level reverse circulation driller?

To get an entry-level reverse circulation driller position, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and should be physically fit. Relevant skills include understanding drilling equipment, safety procedures, and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions; certifications such as OSHA safety training can improve job prospects.

What is entry level reverse circulation drilling?

Entry level reverse circulation drilling is a position involving the use of specialized drilling methods to extract samples from underground deposits. Workers typically operate drilling equipment, follow safety protocols, and may need basic technical training or certifications. This role often serves as an entry point into the mineral exploration or mining industries.
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Infographic showing various Entry Level Reverse Circulation Drilling job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 94% Full Time, 2% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,955 per year, or $15.8 per hour.

Surface Shop - Mechanic

Major Drilling

Salt Lake City, UT • On-site

$20 - $30/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 hours ago

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Company rating: 4.7 out of 10

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Job description

Major Drilling America, Inc. is one of the world's largest drilling service companies serving the mining and drilling industry. To support its customers' varied drilling requirements, Major Drilling maintains field operations around the world and provides all types of drilling services including surface coring, directional, reverse circulation, rotary, and environmental drilling. The United States division is looking for a Mechanic to work out of the Salt Lake City, UT Shop.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Work safely and reinforce acceptable safety procedures/standards in the workplace.
  • Comply with obligations under MSHA/OSHA
  • Operate with little supervision and capable of working in field locations (travel required)
  • Maintain current driver's license, and either have or be able to obtain a CDL.
  • Diagnose, assess, and repair mechanical failure in a broad range of drilling rigs, vehicles, and auxiliary equipment.
  • Occasional contact with suppliers and manufacturers of parts, vehicles, and all equipment needed for drilling operations.
  • Repair and maintain vehicles, plant, or equipment as required by following basic inspection procedures under the direction of the Maintenance Manager
  • Prepare a parts list and estimates of times required for repairs/maintenance procedures.
  • Maintain accurate records of repairs/costs associated with workshop and field maintenance programs
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisory management.
  • Must be able to travel All successful applicants must pass a drug test, background check, Physical fit-for-duty exam, and MVR review (no DUI's and less than 4 moving violations in the last 3 years.)

SKILLS & ABILITIES
Education: High School Graduate or general education degree (GED) University degree preferred.
Experience: Mechanical skills including welding, hydraulic systems, gas, and diesel motors, as well as some electrical knowledge. Experience and knowledge of maintenance and preventative maintenance to motor vehicles, surface drill rigs, and ancillary equipment.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Normal work environment will be based in the Shop with frequent travel to job sites in a range of climates. Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions including cold, heat, snow, rain, or sunshine. Must be comfortable living and working in remote mine environments with close quarters and limited communication at times.
Major Drilling offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx Coverage
  • FSA/HSA Options
  • 401(k)/Roth 401(k) Plans with Employer Match
  • Employer Provided Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Optional Identity Theft/Legal Protection Plan
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Due to current tax regulations, employment laws, and the complexities of state-specific compliance requirements, we are only able to consider candidates who reside in certain states where we are set up to conduct business.
Unfortunately, we are not currently able to move forward with candidates residing in...
  • Connecticut
  • Washington DC
  • Hawaii
  • Iowa
  • Indiana
  • Kansas
  • Massachusetts
  • Maine
  • Minnesota
  • Nebraska
  • New Jersey
  • New York
  • Virginia
  • Wisconsin
  • West Virginia

We understand this may be disappointing, and we want to assure you that this decision is based solely on operational limitations related to payroll taxes, employment law compliance, and reciprocity agreements-not on your qualifications or experience.
Should our hiring footprint change in the future, we would welcome the opportunity to reconnect.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Major Drilling America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company does not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, sex, age, handicap, religion, national origin or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above listed items.

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