Job ID: DR76865162
Location: High Point, NC
Category: Industrial & Manufacturing
Employment Type: Contract
Date Added: 06/02/2026
Construction Hoist Operator | $20/hour | Monday – Thursday 6 am – 4:30pm
What Matters Most
- Competitive Pay of $20 per hour
- Schedule: To be determined based on project needs
- Location: High Point, NC
- On-site construction opportunity
- Weekly pay with direct deposit or pay card
- When you work through The Reserves Network, you are eligible to enroll in dental, vision and medical insurance as well as 401K, direct deposit and our referral bonus program
Job Description
In this position, you will support a construction job site by safely operating temporary construction hoists, including personnel and material elevators. You will help transport workers, tools, equipment, and materials to designated levels while following all safety procedures, monitoring load limits, and keeping communication clear with supervisors and ground crews.
Responsibilities:
- Operate construction hoists and elevators to transport personnel, equipment, tools, and materials between floors
- Conduct daily pre-operation inspections of hoists, controls, cables, gates, and safety devices
- Follow OSHA regulations, company policies, and site-specific safety procedures at all times
- Maintain clear communication with ground crews, supervisors, and other workers throughout daily operations
- Monitor load weights and passenger/material capacity to ensure safe operating limits are not exceeded
- Maintain operational logs, inspection records, maintenance checks, and incident reports as required
- Identify and report mechanical issues, unsafe conditions, or safety concerns immediately
- Assist with basic maintenance, housekeeping, and cleanliness of hoist equipment and surrounding work areas
- Control access to elevators to ensure only authorized personnel and approved materials are transported
- Adjust work activities as site conditions, weather, or project needs change
Qualifications and Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Previous construction elevator, hoist, forklift, equipment operation, or construction site experience preferred
- Valid operator certification if required by state, local, or job site regulations
- Knowledge of construction site safety standards and OSHA guidelines preferred
- Ability to read and understand load charts, operation manuals, and site safety instructions
- Strong attention to safety, detail, and communication
- Ability to stand for long periods and work in a fast-paced construction environment
- Comfortable working at heights and in varying outdoor weather conditions
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed
- Must be dependable, punctual, and able to follow directions from site leadership
Benefits and Perks:
- $20 an hour
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- 401K
- Referral bonuses
Your New Organization:
This construction company supports active job sites that require safe, reliable movement of personnel, materials, and equipment throughout the workday. Their team values safety, communication, dependability, and employees who take pride in keeping projects moving efficiently.
Your Career Partner:
The Reserves Network, a veteran-founded and family-owned company, specializes in connecting exceptional talent with rewarding opportunities. With extensive industry experience, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals and shine in your field. The Reserves Network values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal-opportunity employer, we foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment.
In the spirit of pay transparency, we want to share the base pay for this position is $20 per hour, not including benefits, potential bonuses or additional compensation. If you are hired, your pay will be determined based on factors such as individual skills, qualifications, experience, and geographic location. In addition, we also believe in the importance of pay equity and consider the internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. Please keep in mind that the rate mentioned above is the full base pay range for the role. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical in order to allow for future and continued pay growth.
