Mobile Equipment Operator - Lasalle

Mobile Equipment Operator

At Drax, we are working towards a zero-carbon, sustainable future and you can help make this future a reality.      

If you are an excellent communicator, are organized, detail oriented, results oriented, join the team as a Mobile Equipment Operator.

So, what will you be doing?   

In this role, you will be responsible for operation of a log crane, chipper/debarker and/or Mobile Equipment at a wood pellet manufacturing facility.  It also requires maintenance of equipment and administrative functions to support the Wood Yard operations.  

The core responsibilities and duties include:  

• 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 you are?   

• 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 we Offer:

• A competitive salary, with opportunities to grow your experience and build an exciting career leading others.
• A supportive team environment where you will continuously learn and grow.
• Great health and dental benefits starting from day one at Drax!
• An 401k matching plan (6% company match) 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.

How You Need to Act:

Embodies the Drax Values and Behaviors and is a role model for them in all actions:

• We care about what matters – we help each other achieve the things that are important to each of us
• We’re a can-do kind of place – we’re empowered and encouraged to make informed decisions, take action and do the right thing
• We see things differently – we share inspiration and insight right across Drax, and search for new ideas and ways of working
• We listen carefully – we make sure that people feel genuinely heard, acknowledged and that what they say matters
• We do what we say we’ll do – we’re proactive, committed, and reliable –and trust others to be the same

What’s it like to work at Drax?

• If you like a fast-paced, changing environment, come be part of a great team!
• At Drax, we’re at our best when we help each other achieve the things that are important to each of us.
• We’re passionate about our role in providing a supply of stable, renewable energy and if you want to play your part, then why not apply today?

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