Woodyard Operator I

Full-time, Permanent

In office

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

📌 Woodyard Operator I (Burton Parish)
🏢 Drax Group
📍 Burton Parish