Job Details
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 pay, 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!
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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