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Mobile Equipment Operator

Drax

Jackson, LA
22 days ago

Job Description

Join Drax as a Mobile Equipment Operator, where you'll operate and maintain heavy equipment at a wood pellet manufacturing facility. You'll play a pivotal role in supporting eco-friendly energy generation while enjoying great benefits and a collaborative work environment.

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 utilize checklists to maintain inventory and production reports
  • Perform housekeeping duties and maintain a clean work area

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 lone working environment, with minimal supervision
  • Computer literate

Benefits & Perks

Competitive hourly wage401K matching plan starting from day oneCompany bonus plan based on performanceSupportive team environment with opportunities for learning and growth