Hoist Operator

True North Labour Inc.

Full-time Other Production Occupations
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Location
Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada
Posted
March 16, 2026

Job Description

A Hoist and Elevator operator works in construction sites and operate stationary and mobile cranes, lifts, hoists and winches to lift, move and place materials, equipment and people in building sites. They must check the condition of the ground, looking for potential obstacles. They must be aware of the safe working limits of their crane to ensure that loads are not too heavy.

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Hooks, raise, move and place loads
  • Monitor speed, acceleration and braking distances directly by signaling to other operators 
  • Monitor plant operation and equipment to detect malfunctions and problems
  • Lubricate ropes and winches
  • Replace worn cables

    • Requirements

    The Hoist and Elevator operators may hold two different types of certificates:

  • Personnel Hoist and Construction Elevator Operator (PHCEO)
  • Car Switch and Construction Use Elevator Operator (CSOCEO)
  • Knowledge of mobile cranes, lifts, ...

    • Job Details

    • Job Type
      Full-time
    • Category
      Other Production Occupations
    • Date Posted
      March 16, 2026
    • Application Deadline
      April 25, 2026