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Hoist and Winch Operators — Job Outlook

Employment projections for 2024–2034 from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Projected Growth

-1.1%

2024–2034

Annual Openings

300

projected per year

Outlook Rating

Little or no change

What This Means

Employment of hoist and winch operators is projected to decline +1.1% from 2024 to 2034.

About 300 openings are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force.

The median annual wage for this occupation was $52,310 as of the latest data. About 2,480 people were employed in this role.

Typical Entry-Level Education

High School Diploma