Hoist and Winch Operators

Use powered cable equipment like hoists and winches to raise and pull heavy objects.

Career Snapshot

SNAPSHOT
Operate or tend hoists or winches to lift and pull loads using power-operated cable equipment.
Leadership
MED
Critical decision making
HIGH
Level of responsibilities
HIGH
Job challenge and pressure to meet deadlines
HIGH
Dealing and handling conflict
LOW
Competition for this position
LOW
Communication with others
LOW
Work closely with team members, clients etc.
HIGH
Comfort of the work setting
LOW
Exposure to extreme environmental conditions
HIGH
Exposure to job hazards
LOW
Physical demands
LOW
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Characteristics

Exposure to extreme environmental conditions
Comfort of the work setting
Job challenge and pressure to meet deadlines
Work closely with team members, clients etc.
Level of responsibilities
Critical decision making
Competition for this position
Communication with others
Physical demands
Exposure to job hazards
Dealing and handling conflicts
Leadership

Activities

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Handling and Moving Objects Know More
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material Know More
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings Know More
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment Know More
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment Know More

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