Hoist operator, Kaiwhakamahi mīhini hiki
Also known as
- Hoist driver, fork hoist driver, forklift and reach hoist operator, container hoist driver, container hoist operator
Hoist operators control power-operated hoists or winches to lift and move heavy materials in construction, manufacturing and transport sites.
Your pay could be
$49K
Lower
$54K to $84K
Most common
$98K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Hoist operators
- usually work shifts, including evenings and weekends
- usually work at shipping terminals, timber yards, warehouses, factories and coldstores
- may work in all weather conditions
- need to be practical, accurate and work well under pressure
Tasks
- Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment.
- Monitor equipment gauges or displays to ensure proper operation.
- Maintain material moving equipment in good working condition.
- Move materials, equipment, or supplies.
- Position material handling equipment.
- Climb ladders or vehicles to perform duties.
- Select project materials.
- Load shipments, belongings, or materials.
- Communicate with others to co-ordinate material handling or movement.
- Connect cables or electrical lines.
You usually need to do training to become a hoist operator and experience may be useful.
You may need
- to complete a training course and get a Forklift Operator Certificate
- a driver licence with a special-type of vehicle endorsement
- experience in similar work
- to pass a drug test
If you’re in school
You usually don’t need specific NCEA levels for this job.
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