O*NET-SOC 53-7041.00
Hoist and Winch Operators
Operate or tend hoists or winches to lift and pull loads using power-operated cable equipment.
From O*NET 30.3
Tasks
From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them
Free · O*NET 30.3- Move levers, pedals, and throttles to stop, start, and regulate speeds of hoist or winch drums in response to hand, bell, buzzer, telephone, loud-speaker, or whistle signals, or by observing dial indicators or cable marks.Core4979
- Apply hand or foot brakes and move levers to lock hoists or winches.Supplemental4987
- Start engines of hoists or winches and use levers and pedals to wind or unwind cable on drums.Core4980
- Observe equipment gauges and indicators and hand signals of other workers to verify load positions or depths.Core4981
- Operate compressed air, diesel, electric, gasoline, or steam-driven hoists or winches to control movement of cableways, cages, derricks, draglines, loaders, railcars, or skips.Core4982
- Oil winch drums so that cables will wind smoothly.Supplemental4988
- Move or reposition hoists, winches, loads and materials, manually or using equipment and machines such as trucks, cars, and hand trucks.Core4983
- Climb ladders to position and set up vehicle-mounted derricks.Supplemental4989
- Select loads or materials according to weight and size specifications.Core4984
- Repair, maintain, and adjust equipment, using hand tools.Supplemental4990
- Signal and assist other workers loading or unloading materials.Core4985
- Tend auxiliary equipment, such as jacks, slings, cables, or stop blocks, to facilitate moving items or materials for further processing.Supplemental4991
- Attach, fasten, and disconnect cables or lines to loads, materials, and equipment, using hand tools.Core4986
Technology Skills
From O*NET 30.3, 2 examples in 2 categories, 2 Hot Technology
Free · O*NET 30.3Spreadsheet software
- Microsoft ExcelHot Technology
Word processing software
- Microsoft WordHot Technology
Detailed Work Activities
From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it
Free · O*NET 30.3Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
Monitor equipment gauges or displays to ensure proper operation.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Select project materials.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Performing General Physical Activities
Load shipments, belongings, or materials.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Move materials, equipment, or supplies.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Climb ladders or vehicles to perform duties.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Handling and Moving Objects
Connect cables or electrical lines.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Position material handling equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
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Controlling Machines and Processes
Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
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Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
Maintain material moving equipment in good working condition.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Communicate with others to coordinate material handling or movement.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Job Zone
From O*NET 30.3
Free · O*NET 30.3Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed
Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source
WFA coverage: AI skills for this job
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openPilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.
Equivalents
NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents
Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)
Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)No NICE work role maps to this job.