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9 Boart Longyear Geological Engineer Jobs Hiring Near You

Machinist

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$19.75 - $27/hr

Boart Longyear is a global leader in drilling services, providing innovative and reliable solutions ... Work safely, communicate clearly, and collaborate with senior machinists and engineering. Minimum ...

Machine Operator

West Valley City, UT · On-site

$16.25 - $19.50/hr

Established in 1890, Boart Longyear is the world's leading provider of innovative, safe, and ... These products are engineered to meet the evolving needs of the global drilling industry, offering ...

Production Worker

West Valley City, UT · On-site

$15 - $17.75/hr

Established in 1890, Boart Longyear is the world's leading provider of innovative, safe, and ... These products are engineered to meet the evolving needs of the global drilling industry, offering ...

Boart Longyear Jobs Information

Do workers at Boart Longyear get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
86% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and December 2025.

Does Boart Longyear pay people when they’re sick?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
43% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and December 2025.

Is the health insurance from Boart Longyear affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
86% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and December 2025.

Do workers at Boart Longyear worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
100% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.

Do Boart Longyear workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Most people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
86% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and June 2025.

How easy is it for Boart Longyear workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
67% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.

How easy is it to get time off at Boart Longyear?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
77% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and December 2025.

Do Boart Longyear managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
100% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.

Do jobs at Boart Longyear spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
30% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.

How easy is it to take sick days at Boart Longyear?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
85% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and December 2025.

Do people at Boart Longyear feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
92% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and December 2025.

Do people at Boart Longyear get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
75% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and December 2025.

Is it stressful to work at Boart Longyear?

Most people feel stressed out here.
77% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and December 2025.

Do people at Boart Longyear enjoy their jobs?

Only some people enjoy their job.
45% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and November 2025.

Do people at Boart Longyear recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
43% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and December 2025.

Do people get enough training when they start at Boart Longyear?

Most people got enough training when they started.
67% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and December 2025.

Do people get support to advance at Boart Longyear?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 46% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and December 2025.

Do people think Boart Longyear’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Some people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
58% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and December 2025.

Do workers feel well informed about how Boart Longyear is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
50% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and December 2025.

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Machinist

Boart Longyear

Salt Lake City, UT • On-site

$19.75 - $27/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 27 days ago


Boart Longyear rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

13th of 41 rated mining


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 Machinist to join our Boart Longyear team in West Valley, Utah. This role Is not a load-parts-and-press-start "operator" position. You'll own setups, tooling, quality, and problem-solving.
Responsibilities
  • Manual machining from print to part on lathes and mills (basic setups from scratch, indicating 3-jaw/4-jaw, facing/turning/grooving/boring/cut-off, simple threading).
  • Select basic tooling & set speeds/feeds; change inserts, touch off tools; aim for finish, tolerance, and tool life.
  • Read blueprints & basic GD&T; hold ±0.001" on common features with coaching as needed.
  • Inspect your work with micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, bore gauges; complete in-process checks and first articles.
  • CNC exposure & growth: set work/tool offsets, load/prove programs, make minor G/M edits with guidance; learn Fusion 360/Mastercam to progress toward programming.
  • Work safely, communicate clearly, and collaborate with senior machinists and engineering.

Minimum Qualifications
  • 1-2 years total machining experience or completion of an accredited machining program.
  • Hands-on manual lathe/mill experience (school, internship, or work) and familiarity with tooling & shop practices.
  • Ability to measure and hold ±0.001" with standard gauges; solid shop math/trig.
  • Blueprint reading with basic GD&T concepts; eagerness to learn CNC.
  • Able to handle larger parts with crane/rigging assistance; stand for a full shift.
  • HS diploma/GED; valid driver's license & good record; able to pass background check and drug screen.

Preferred (nice to have)
  • Exposure to horizontal lathes (manual or CNC).
  • Any CAM/CNC fundamentals (Fusion 360/Mastercam, canned cycles, simple toolpaths).

Experience around tough alloys (4140/4340, tool steels) or job-shop/repair environments.
This Role Is Not
A repetitive production "operator" position. If your experience is only loading parts and pressing start on pre-made programs, this won't be a fit.
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
• employee recognition rewards program (BRAVO)
• employee assistance program
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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