Hoist Operator (Light Equipment Operator)

Overview

Operate hoists/winches to lift, move, and position loads on construction sites.

Key Responsibilities

• hoist operation
• winch control
• load handling
• equipment maintenance
• cable management
• gauge monitoring

Tasks

-Operate hoists and winches to lift and pull loads -Use levers and pedals to wind or unwind cable on drums -Use power-operated cable equipment on winches -Reposition hoists and winches -Move levers and throttles -Load and unload materials using equipment and machines -Start and stop speeds of hoist or winch drums in response to a variety of signals, including hand, bell, buzzer, telephone, loud-speaker, or whistle signals -Select loads according to weight and size -Move levers to lock hoists and winches -Repair, maintain, and adjust equipment, using hand tools -Attach or disconnect cables to loads -Operate compressed air, diesel, electric, gasoline, or steam-driven hoists or winches to control movement of cableways, cages, derricks, draglines, loaders, railcars, or skips -Monitor equipment gauges and indicators to verify load position -Climb ladders to position and setup vehicle-mounted derricks

Requirements

• mechanical
• elevated heights
• construction
• osha
• winch

What You Bring

-Mechanical understanding required -Must be able to work at elevated heights -6 months of commercial construction experience preferred -10 hour OSHA course completion preferred -Lubricate winch drums so cables can wind on

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About Brasfield & Gorrie, Llc

-Specializing in a wide range of construction services, including preconstruction, design-build, and construction management. -Known for delivering complex and large-scale projects on time and within budget, often exceeding client expectations. -Known for delivering complex and large-scale projects on time and within budget, often exceeding client expectations. -The company has completed iconic projects in sectors such as healthcare, commercial, industrial, and residential construction. -Notable projects include high-rise buildings, major infrastructure developments, and advanced healthcare facilities. -Focused on a diverse portfolio of work across the Southeast, with a reputation for sustainable and high-quality construction practices.

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