Description

Mobile Equipment Operator
Full-time, Permanent
On-Site
Location: Urania, LA

We're notjust talking about making a difference, we're making it happen. We generatedispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world.Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the global leader insustainable biomass and carbon removals.

You'll bejoining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and business champions.We're enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and workinghard to decarbonize the planet for generations to come.

So, whatwill you be doing?   

In thisrole, you will be responsible for operation of a log crane,chipper/debarker and/or mobile equipment at a wood pellet manufacturingfacility. It also requires maintenance of equipment and administrativefunctions to support the Wood Yard operations.

About theRole:
Some of your day-to-day dutiesinclude:

• Must be able to operate&maintain equipment including log crane, wheel loaders, knuckleboom, skid steer and man lift. 
• Cross train on all applicable heavy equipment operation, as needed
• Demonstrated ability to effectively anticipate and diagnose problems and perform routine or PM maintenance
• Perform routine administrative functions and utilize check lists to maintain routine inventory and production reports
• Performs housekeeping duties as requested, is responsible for keeping designated area clean and clear of safety hazards

Who youare?   

• Do you have Experience in wood/fiber procurement or forest industry? 
• High school diploma or equivalent required
•  Minimum of 2 years operating industrial equipment experience.
•  Ability to adapt to working within a team or lone working environment, with minimal supervision
• Computer literate, with the ability to perform simple tasks such as email, reviewing work documentation, etc. 

What'sit like to work at Drax?        
The Perks:

• A competitive hourly wage, with opportunities to move into different positions as you gain experience.
• Great benefits starting day 1 and a 401K matching plan to support your personal and family goals.
• A supportive team environment where you will continuously learn and grow.
• A 401K matching plan to support your personal and family goals (also starting from day one at Drax!).
• A company bonus plan which rewards overall Drax performance, safety, and scorecard achievement.

We'recommitted to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face.Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. Wework as part of a team that shares a passion for doing what's right for thefuture. With Drax you can shape your career and a future forgenerations tocome.

Together, we make it happen.

AtDrax, we're committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valuedand respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we activelywork to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, andestablish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed forall colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no mattertheir background. Find out more about our approach here.

How to apply:
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