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Woodyard Operator I
Job Location:
Job Location:
Weld County, CO - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
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Posted:
5 August 2026 (2 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
2 November 2026
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Woodyard Operator I
Full-time Permanent
On-site
Location: LaSalle LA
As a Wood Yard 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:
- Must be able to 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.
- Demonstrate the ability to 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 youll bring:
To excel in this vital role youll need:
- Do you have experience in wood or fibre procurement or in the forestry industry
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- You must have a 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.
- Must be computer literate capable of performing basic tasks such as sending emails and reviewing work documentation.
How we act at Drax:
Our culture is built on a few core beliefs that guide everything we do:
- We care about what matters: We support each other to achieve important goals.
- Were a can-do kind of place: Were empowered to make informed decisions and do whats right.
- We see things differently: We share insights search for new ideas and innovate.
- We listen carefully: We ensure everyone feels heard and valued.
- We do what we say well do: We are proactive committed and reliable.
Ready to make a difference
Apply today to help Drax discover the talented individuals we need to drive this change. A career at Drax is more than just a jobits a chance to make a difference.
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The Drax Resourcing team will never use third-party apps to make job offers. The recruitment process with Drax will always include at least one face-to-face interview either in person or via an online video call as well as several phone conversations. Drax will never ask you to download apps to enter timesheet details or ask you to purchase your own IT equipment.
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Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Our purpose is to enable a zero carbon, lower cost energy future. Our ambition is to become carbon negative by 2030.
