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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. The Company has a unique ability to manufacture and deliver a variety of tooling, equipment, and expertise direct to customers around the world.

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

+ **Own manual machining from print to part** on lathes and mills (setups from scratch, indicating 3-jaw/4-jaw, facing, turning, grooving, boring, cut-off, single-point/threading, basic part holding/fixture decisions).

+ **Select tooling & set speeds/feeds** ; change inserts, touch off, and optimize for finish, tolerance, and tool life.

+ **Read blueprints & GD&T** ; hold typical shop tolerances to ±0.001" (and tighter when required).

+ **Inspect your work** using micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, bore gauges; complete first-article & in-process checks.

+ **Run CNC as a secondary skill** : set work/tool offsets, load/prove programs, and make minor G/M-code edits at the control.

+ Collaborate with programming/engineering and **learn CAM** (Fusion 360/Mastercam) to progress toward CNC programming.

Minimum Qualifications

+ **3–7 years total machining experience** , including **≥2 years manual machining** on heavy/large parts.

+ **≥2 years CNC machining** (lathe or mill): setups, offsets, prove-outs; **basic G/M-code literacy** (minor edits).

+ Solid shop math/trig; blueprint & GD&T fluency; works safely with limited supervision

+ Able to handle large parts (with crane/rigging assistance) and stand for a full shift.

+ Have strong math skills

+ Pass a drug screen & background check

+ Possess a valid driver’s license Have a good driving record

+ High School diploma, GED or equivalent.

_Preferred (nice to have)_

+ Horizontal lathe experience (manual and/or CNC).

+ CAM exposure (Fusion 360, Mastercam) and fundamentals of CNC programming (canned cycles, tool paths).

+ Experience in job-shop/repair environments, large diameters/long shafts, and tough alloys (4140/4340, tool steels, Inconel).

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: Diamond coring, reverse circulation, large-diameter rotary, mine dewatering, water supply, pump services, production, and sonic drilling—delivered safely and reliably for a diverse global customer base.

+ Global Products: R&D-driven rigs, drill string products, performance tooling, consumables, and parts—backed by hundreds of patents and a reputation for durability.

+ Veracio (subsidiary): AI-powered orebody science that modernizes decision-making and helps lower exploration costs in real time.

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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**Auto req ID:** 16419BR

**Job Code:** 310002 Machine Operator 2.10.Hourly

**Company:** Drilling Services

**Business Line:** Minerals and Energy

**Function:** Manufacturing

**Region (Business Group):** NAM

**Country:** United States Of America

**State/Province:** Utah

**City:** Salt Lake City