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Boart Longyear

Driller - Sonic

Glendale, AZ · On-site

$22.75 - $31/hr

Provides semi-skilled labour intensive assistance across a wide spectrum of drilling operations in ... oil sands, and environmental sectors. What You'll Be Part Of * Global Drilling Services: At Boart ...

Boart Longyear

Production Worker

West Valley City, UT · On-site

$15 - $17.75/hr

... oil sands exploration, and environmental sectors. Boart Longyear's Drilling Products division ... This position requires the ability to perform repetitive heavy manual labor, including the use of ...

Ace Avant

Construction Laborer

High Point, NC · On-site

$15.75 - $20.25/hr

Grinds, scrapes, sands, or polishes surface, such as concrete surfaces for cleaning or finishing ... If required, Inspect and maintain vehicles and equipment, such as gas, oil, water, tire, lights and ...

Boart Longyear

Driller Assistant - NV Surface RC

Elko, NV · On-site

$85K - $97K/yr

Responsibilities Provide semi-skilled labor-intensive assistance for drilling crews. This could ... oil sands, and environmental sectors. What You'll Be Part Of: * Global Drilling Services: At Boart ...

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Concrete Repair Laborer

Denver, CO · On-site

$18.50 - $25.25/hr

Chips, scrapes, grinds, sands, or polishes spots, ridges, and rough projections to finish concrete ... Performs routine maintenance and cleaning to vehicles and equipment such as engine oil filter ...

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Concrete Repair Laborer

Washington, DC · On-site

$20.50 - $27.75/hr

Chips, scrapes, grinds, sands, or polishes spots, ridges, and rough projections to finish concrete ... Performs routine maintenance and cleaning to vehicles and equipment such as engine oil filter ...

Structural

Concrete Construction Laborer

$18.25 - $23.25/hr

Chips, scrapes, grinds, sands, or polishes spots, ridges, and rough projections to finish concrete ... Performs routine maintenance and cleaning to vehicles and equipment such as engine oil filter ...

Structural Technologies

Concrete Repair Laborer

Denver, CO · On-site

$18.50 - $25.25/hr

Chips, scrapes, grinds, sands, or polishes spots, ridges, and rough projections to finish concrete ... Performs routine maintenance and cleaning to vehicles and equipment such as engine oil filter ...

Structural

Concrete Repair Laborer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$17.75 - $24.25/hr

Chips, scrapes, grinds, sands, or polishes spots, ridges, and rough projections to finish concrete ... Performs routine maintenance and cleaning to vehicles and equipment such as engine oil filter ...

Structural Technologies

Concrete Repair Laborer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$17.75 - $24.25/hr

Chips, scrapes, grinds, sands, or polishes spots, ridges, and rough projections to finish concrete ... Performs routine maintenance and cleaning to vehicles and equipment such as engine oil filter ...

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How much do oil sands labourer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for oil sands labourer in the United States is $18.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $19.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Oil Sands Labourer vs Heavy Equipment Operator?

AspectOil Sands LabourerHeavy Equipment Operator
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent, safety certificationsHigh school diploma, safety certifications, and equipment operation licenses
Work EnvironmentOil sands sites, outdoor, physically demandingOil sands sites, outdoor, operating heavy machinery
Employer & Industry UsageMining companies, oil sands industryMining companies, oil sands industry

Oil Sands Labourers perform manual tasks like site cleanup and assisting with equipment, while Heavy Equipment Operators operate machinery such as bulldozers and excavators. Both roles are essential in oil sands extraction, but Heavy Equipment Operators require additional licensing and specialized skills. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right position in the oil sands industry.

What do oil sands labourers do?

Oil sands labourers perform tasks such as operating heavy equipment, assisting with the extraction and processing of bitumen, and maintaining worksite safety. They often work in outdoor, industrial environments and may need physical stamina, safety training, and knowledge of equipment operation.

What does an oil sands labourer make?

An oil sands labourer typically earns between $20 and $30 per hour, depending on experience, location, and union agreements. Overtime, shift differentials, and safety certifications can increase overall compensation. The role often requires physical stamina and familiarity with heavy equipment and safety protocols.

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Infographic showing various Oil Sands Labourer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $37,629 per year, or $18.1 per hour.

Driller - Sonic

Glendale, AZ • On-site

Boart Longyear
Coal, Metals and Minerals Mining • 5 - 10K employees
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$22.75 - $31/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

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Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

13th of 41 rated mining

Job description

Job Responsibilities:
Provides semi-skilled labour intensive assistance across a wide spectrum of drilling operations in an efficient and safe manner. Operations could include core, sonic, rotary, or percussive drilling rig. This could include the operation of simple equipment/machinery. 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.
Education and Experience:
Typically requires a High School diploma or GED or equivalent and/or a minimum of 3+ years of directly related experience.
Company Overview
About Boart Longyear
Since 1890, Boart Longyear has led the way in drilling services, orebody knowledge technology, and productivity-driven equipment for mining and exploration. We support projects across copper, gold, nickel, zinc, uranium, and more-with additional work in energy, oil sands, and environmental sectors.
What You'll Be Part Of
  • Global Drilling Services: At Boart Longyear Drilling Services, you'll join a world-leading provider of contract drilling solutions with a legacy of safe and reliable performance since 1890. Our Drilling Services division delivers a full range of drilling capabilities - including mineral exploration, water services, production drilling, reverse circulation, sonic, surface and underground coring - for a diverse global customer base spanning copper, gold, nickel, zinc, uranium and other critical commodities. We are recognized for innovative solutions, technical expertise, and operational excellence in some of the most challenging environments worldwide, backed by deep investment in safety, people, and equipment.

Our People & Values
Great ideas come from diverse teams. We foster an inclusive, respectful environment where everyone is heard. Our vision: lead the industry in safety, innovation, and productivity. Our values: Integrity, Health & Safety, Teamwork & Diversity, Customer Focus, and Sustainability.
Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah. Learn more at boartlongyear.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter(X).
Interested? Apply now at https://careers.boartlongyear.com/. Boart Longyear is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We appreciate all applicants from all backgrounds; only those selected for interview will be contacted.
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