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Mobile Equipment Operator

Drax

Kentwood, LA
20 days ago

Job Description

Join Drax as a Mobile Equipment Operator, responsible for operating and maintaining heavy machinery at a wood pellet manufacturing facility. Be part of a team committed to sustainable energy solutions while enjoying competitive pay and excellent benefits.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operate and maintain equipment including log crane, wheel loaders, knuckleboom, skid steer, and man lift
  • Cross train on all applicable heavy equipment operation as needed
  • Anticipate and diagnose problems and perform routine or PM maintenance
  • Perform routine administrative functions and maintain inventory and production reports
  • Perform housekeeping duties to keep designated area clean and safe

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum of 2 years operating industrial equipment experience
  • Experience in wood/fiber procurement or forest industry
  • Ability to adapt to working within a team or alone with minimal supervision
  • Computer literate

Benefits & Perks

Competitive hourly wageGreat benefits starting day 1401K matching planCompany bonus plan