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Boat-Hoist-Operator Helper

DOT Code: 921.667-010

Industry: retail trade

Assists Boat-Hoist Operator (retail trade) to move, lift, and lower yachts and cruisers into and out of water and performs related job tasks: Guides hoist operator by hand and voice signals to maneuver wheeled hoist around obstructions and into loading position above boat. Positions and connects hoist slings for lifting boats. Signals hoist operator to lift or lower boat and guides hoist operator to safely maneuver suspended boat to launching slip, display area, or repair shop. Manually steadies boat as vessel is raised from or lowered into water to prevent bumping into pilings. Positions keel and hull support blocks to support boat being lowered to ground or onto skid. Disconnects and stows slings. Directs stream of water under high pressure from hose against exterior of boat to clean hull of silt, mud, and marine growth. Sands boat surfaces by hand in preparation for painting. Paints boat bottoms, using brush. Assists in mechanical servicing and repairing of boats. Assists other workers in boat repair facility.

GOE: 05.12.04 STRENGTH: H GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77