Hoist Operator (Light Equipment Operator)

Brasfield & Gorrie is currently accepting applications for a Hoist Operator (Light Equipment Operator) . Below are the main responsibilities for this position.

(This description may not include all duties required of this position)

Description

• Operate hoists and winches to lift and pull loads
• Use power-operated cable equipment on winches
• Move levers and throttles
• 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
• Use levers and pedals to wind or unwind cable on drums
• Monitor equipment gauges and indicators to verify load position
• Reposition hoists and winches
• Load and unload materials using equipment and machines
• Select loads according to weight and size
• Operate compressed air, diesel, electric, gasoline, or steam-driven hoists or winches to control movement of cableways, cages, derricks, draglines, loaders, railcars, or skips
• Attach or disconnect cables to loads
• Move levers to lock hoists and winches
• Lubricate winch drums so cables can wind on
• Repair, maintain, and adjust equipment, using hand tools
• Climb ladders to position and setup vehicle-mounted derricks

• 6 months of commercial construction experience preferred
• Mechanical understanding required
• Must be able to work at elevated heights
• 10 hour OSHA course completion preferred

EOE/Vets/Disabilities