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10 of the Most Popular Types of Hoist Operator Jobs in 2026

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The primary qualifications for a career as a hoist operator include a high school diploma or GED certificate and several years of experience operating heavy equipment. Hoist operators often start in other positions and work with smaller equipment before moving up to this job. To fulfill the duties and responsibilities of this position, you may work at elevated heights or maneuver through complex or confusing work sites, so it’s important that you are able to follow directions from a supervisor. Helpful skills include familiarity with machines, knowledge of operating cranes, a keen understanding of hoist safety protocols, and experience with operational limits.

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Top Types Of Hoist Operator Jobs

List of the top 10 highest paying Hoist Operator positions in 2026, with salary ranges, according to ZipRecruiter.

  • Flowback Company

    Salary range: $37,500 - $88,000

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  • Laydown Machine Operator

    Salary range: $34,000 - $40,500

    Laydown Machine Operator is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Laydown Machine Operator jobs pay between $34,000 (25th percentile) and $40,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Laydown Machine Operator job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Dod Pilot

    Salary range: $100,000 - $155,000

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  • Gravel Pit

    Salary range: $40,000 - $52,000

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  • Oil Rig Safety Officer

    Salary range: $47,500 - $80,000

    Oil Rig Safety Officer is a typical job search query Most salaries for Oil Rig Safety Officer jobs pay between $47,500 (25th percentile) and $80,000 (75th percentile) annually. You’ll find many open positions nationwide for Oil Rig Safety Officer job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Night Shift Gem Mining

    Salary range: $30,000 - $45,000

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  • Concrete Pump Truck Driver

    Salary range: $40,500 - $51,500

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  • Anhydrous Ammonia Driver

    Salary range: $30,000 - $36,000

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  • Dry Bulk Vessel Operator

    Salary range: $36,000 - $63,500

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  • International Crane Operator

    Salary range: $45,000 - $69,000

    An international crane operator controls a crane in an overseas location. In this career, you use specialized controllers to extend, move, and position a crane and hoist objects as needed. You may operate a crane during a construction project to help build a structure or at a shipping yard to move, lift, and place loads. Your responsibilities include ensuring that crane operation meets safety regulations for the country in which you are working. You can find international crane operator jobs as a military contractor or as an employee of an international corporation. You may need to coordinate with local workers, so language skills are helpful.

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