Hoist and Winch Operators
Wages & Outlook
Typical Wages
Wages listed below are for a variety of experience and education levels. Make sure that you research the typical entry-level education and work experience and training requirements for this occupation.
This is a very high-wage career. It pays well above the statewide median wage.
Wages for Hoist and Winch Operators *
U S |
$20.2 | $29.49 | $47.71 |
|---|---|---|---|
Minnesota |
$46.91 | $50.9 | $51.71 |
* "Low" indicates 25% of workers earn less and 75% earn more.
"Median" indicates 50% of workers earn less and 50% earn more.
"High" indicates 75% of workers earn less and 25% earn more.
Employment
In Minnesota, there are 80 workers employed in this very small career.
Where do Hoist and Winch Operators most often work?
- Utilities
- Mining (except Oil and Gas)
- Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
- Printing and Related Support Activities
Current Demand
No data available.
Future Demand
This career is shrinking.
There will be a need for about 90 new Hoist and Winch Operators to meet market demand between 2020-2030. This includes the demand due to replacement (workers leaving the occupation or retiring) as well as growth.