• Maintenance Technician

    Boart Longyear (Salt Lake City, UT)


    Job Description:

    Job Overview

     

    The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing preventive and corrective maintenance on production equipment and systems. This role ensures that machinery operates efficiently and safely, reducing downtime and supporting overall production performance in a unionized manufacturing environment.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Diagnose equipment issues and perform mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic repairs.

    + Replace worn components, align and calibrate equipment as necessary.

    + Conduct preventive maintenance on machinery and facility systems based on schedules and logs.

    + Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and maintenance manuals.

    + Document all work performed and maintain accurate records.

    + Respond to emergency breakdowns and production stoppages.

    + All other reasonable duties as assigned.

    Key Skills & Competencies

    + Technical Knowledge: Understanding of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.

    + Troubleshooting: Ability to identify root causes of equipment failure and resolve efficiently. Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot electrical issues is desirable.

    + Familiarity with PLCs, motor control systems, and automated machinery is a plus, as is ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams and technical schematics.

    + Preventive Maintenance: Familiarity with PM techniques and reliability-centered maintenance.

    + Safety Awareness: Consistently applies safety procedures and lock-out/tag-out protocols.

    + Documentation: Accurately records maintenance activities and equipment history.

    + Communication: Effectively reports issues and collaborates with team members.

    + Adaptability: Capable of handling diverse tasks in a dynamic production environment.

    Qualifications

    Education:

    • High school diploma or equivalent.

    + Trade certification (Millwright or Electrician).

    Experience:

    • Minimum 3 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing setting.

    • Experience with CNC or automated equipment maintenance is an asset.

    Languages:

    • English (required)

     

    Physical and Environmental Conditions

    Work Environment:

    • Manufacturing floor; exposure to noise, oil, grease, electrical systems, and moving equipment.

    Lifting Requirements:

    • Lifting parts and tools up to 50 lbs regularly; climbing ladders, working in confined spaces or elevated platforms.

    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

    Established in 1890, Boart Longyear is the world’s leading provider of innovative, safe, and productivity-driven drilling equipment and tooling. With a primary focus on mining and exploration activities spanning a wide range of commodities—including copper, gold, nickel, zinc, uranium, and other metals and minerals—the Company also supports activities in the energy, oil sands exploration, and environmental sectors.

     

    The Drilling Products division delivers advanced research and development capabilities 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 high-quality parts for customers worldwide. These products are engineered to meet the evolving needs of the global drilling industry, offering maximum performance, reliability, and safety in the most demanding conditions.

    Our People

    At Boart Longyear, people are our most important asset. We recognize that the best ideas emerge through collaboration among individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. That is why we are committed to fostering diverse, inclusive teams and work environments free from discrimination and harassment—spaces where everyone can contribute and be heard.

     

    Our Vision

     

    To create products and solutions that empower the exploration and extraction of minerals to enable life and prosperity.

    Our Values

    Our success as a business depends on how we operate. The _how_ is the distinctive way in which we conduct our business, guided by our values of:

     

    + Integrity

    + Health & Safety

    + Teamwork & Diversity

    + Customer Focus

    + Sustainability

     

    Boart Longyear is headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, USA. Visit our website, boartlongyear.com and follow Boart Longyear on social media: LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .

     

    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:** 16407BR

    **Job Code:** 321003 Millwright 3.10.Hourly

    **Company:** Drilling Products

    **Business Line:** Supply Chain

    **Function:** Manufacturing

    **Region (Business Group):** NAM

    **Country:** United States Of America

    **State/Province:** Utah

    **City:** Salt Lake City