Dump operator vs winch operator

The differences between dump operators and winch operators can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. It typically takes 1-2 years to become both a dump operator and a winch operator. Additionally, a winch operator has an average salary of $37,131, which is higher than the $34,613 average annual salary of a dump operator.

The top three skills for a dump operator include hand tools, water truck and DOT. The most important skills for a winch operator are rig, well control, and winch truck.

Dump operator vs winch operator overview

	Dump Operator	Winch Operator
Yearly salary	$34,613	$37,131
Hourly rate	$16.64	$17.85
Growth rate	7%	7%
Number of jobs	30,458	29,595
Job satisfaction	-	5
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 53%	High School Diploma, 69%
Average age	41	41
Years of experience	2	2

Dump operator vs winch operator salary

Dump operators and winch operators have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Dump Operator	Winch Operator
Average salary	$34,613	$37,131
Salary range	Between $26,000 And $45,000	Between $25,000 And $53,000
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Differences between dump operator and winch operator education

There are a few differences between a dump operator and a winch operator in terms of educational background:

	Dump Operator	Winch Operator
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 53%	High School Diploma, 69%
Most common major	Business	Photography
Most common college	-	-

Dump operator vs winch operator demographics

Here are the differences between dump operators' and winch operators' demographics:

	Dump Operator	Winch Operator
Average age	41	41
Gender ratio	Male, 89.2% Female, 10.8%	Male, 96.9% Female, 3.1%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 6.7% Unknown, 4.3% Hispanic or Latino, 13.8% Asian, 0.8% White, 73.5% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%	Black or African American, 6.7% Unknown, 4.3% Hispanic or Latino, 13.8% Asian, 0.8% White, 73.5% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
LGBT Percentage	4%	4%

Differences between dump operator and winch operator duties and responsibilities

Dump operator example responsibilities.

Use automate systems and RF units to pull, put away and load customer product, in addition to managing inventory
Perform specialized production line and quality control duties in a professional production environment specializing in plastic extrusion.
Wash and tumble floor, responsible for cleaning soil linens/uniforms operating washers and dryers.

Winch operator example responsibilities.

Operate winch truck on rig moves hauling drilling rigs from location to location.
Conduct daily field frac tank inspections within yard and at well sites.
Operate, tend hoists or winches to lift and pull loads using power-operate cable equipment.
Operate heavy machinery such as bobcat equipment and also operate and pave asphalt perform demolition work.
Observe safety practices and procedures to maintain a safe and clean work environment.
Ensure that safety and environmental awareness are maintained at the highest possible standard.

Dump operator vs winch operator skills

Common dump operator skills

Hand Tools, 40%
Water Truck, 27%
DOT, 22%
Batch Room, 10%

Common winch operator skills

Rig, 63%
Well Control, 25%
Winch Truck, 12%

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Updated January 8, 2025

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