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Hoist and Winch Operators

Median Salary
52,310
Job Outlook
N/A

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Operate or tend hoists or winches to lift and pull loads using power-operated cable equipment.

What sectors do they work in?

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What is the job outlook?

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$17,330

10%

$52,310

Median

$116,120

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • High school

    41%

  • Less than high school

    26%

  • Post-secondary certificate

    23%

  • Some college

    8%


Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Construction/Heavy Equipment/Earthmoving Equipment Operation

Skills and Interests

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    High

  • Verbal Skills

    Low

  • Leadership

    Mid

  • Math and Science Skills

    Mid

  • Technology Design and Control

    Low

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Mid


What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Mechanical
  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Public Safety and Security
  • Administration and Management
  • Transportation

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    High

  • Time Pressure

    High

  • Repetitiveness

    High

  • Decision Making

    High

  • Physical Activity

    Mid

  • Level Of Competition

    Mid


What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

RIASEC represents six broad interest areas—Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising and Conventional—helping individuals identify careers that match their skills and preferences.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.

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