Woodyard Operator I

Drax Group; Burton Parish; On-site; CAD 59,080 - 87,213; Full time

Job summary

Drax Group is seeking a Woodyard Operator I for an on-site, full-time role at our Morehouse, LA facility. You will operate and maintain wood yard equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and support production reporting.

This position requires teamwork and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Ideal candidates have 2+ years of industrial equipment experience, basic computer skills, and a high school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience operating industrial equipment.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to work well in a team and with minimal supervision.
• Computer literacy for basic tasks and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain wood yard equipment such as log cranes, loaders, and other heavy equipment.
• Cross-train in applicable heavy equipment operations as needed.
• Perform routine or preventive maintenance and diagnose issues.
• Handle routine administrative tasks and maintain inventory and production reports.
• Keep designated areas clean and safe by performing housekeeping duties.

Skills

Equipment operation

Preventive maintenance

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Woodyard Operator I

Full-time, Permanent

On-site

Location: Morehouse, LA

Ready to be at the heart of a zero-carbon energy future?

As a Woodyard Operator, you will be responsible for operating a log crane, chipper/debarker, and/or mobile equipment at a wood pellet manufacturing facility. This role also involves performing equipment maintenance and handling administrative duties to support Wood Yard operations.

Your Day-to-Day as a Woodyard Operator

• Operate and maintain equipment, including log cranes, wheel loaders, knuckle booms, skid steers, and man lifts.
• Cross-train in all applicable heavy equipment operations as needed.
• Effectively anticipate and diagnose problems and perform routine or preventive maintenance.
• Carry out routine administrative functions and utilize checklists to maintain inventory and production reports.
• Perform housekeeping duties as requested and ensure that designated areas are clean and free of safety hazards.

What you’ll bring

• Experience in wood or fibre procurement, or forestry industry.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience operating industrial equipment.
• Ability to adapt to working both as part of a team and independently with minimal supervision.
• Computer literate, capable of performing basic tasks such as sending emails and reviewing work documentation.

Apply today to help Drax discover the talented individuals we need to drive this change. A career at Drax is more than just a job—it’s a chance to make a difference.

If you have any concerns about the recruitment process, contact [e-mail].