Hoist and Winch Operators

Overview:

Using power-operated cable equipment, operate or tend hoists or winches to raise and pull loads.

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Career Path:

A High School Diploma degree or Associate degree is enough.

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Job Opportunities:

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Backhoe operators
Bridge crane operators
Chip bin conveyor tenders
Coke loaders

Job Responsibilities:

Hand tools are used to attach, fasten, and unhook cables or lines to loads, materials, and equipment.
Start hoist or winch engines, then wound or unwind cable on drums using levers and pedals.
Other workers loading or unloading materials should be signalled and assisted.
Verify load locations or depths by looking at equipment gauges and indicators, as well as other workers' hand signals.
Manually or with the use of trucks, automobiles, and hand trucks, move or reposition hoists, winches, cargoes, and goods.

Work Life:

Mostly work outdoors
Have to work more than 40 hours a week
On the job training

Key Skills:

Time management
Critical thinking
Operation and control
Monitoring
Coordination

Designation:

Entry-level

Apprenticeship

Mid-level

Journeyman, Supervisor

High-level

Superintendent

Merits & Demerits:

Merits

1. Work is more practical
2. It is not too difficult to get into this career
3. supportive work environment
4. No formal education is required

Demerits

1. Physically demanding
2. Salary is below average
3. Keep learning about the new equipment.

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Career Path
Job Opportunities
Job Responsibilities
Work Life
Key Skills
Designation
Merits & Demerits

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