Lift Spotter - Lenoir, North Carolina

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Lift Spotter

Reports to: Site Supervisor / Project Manager

Employment Status: Full-Time (Hourly)

Location: Lenoir, North Carolina, onsite

About 5 Points Electrical

At 5 Points Electrical, we are growing fast—and we’re looking for individuals who embody our core values: Ownership, Selflessness, Pursuit of Excellence, Loyalty, and Respect. We believe in developing top-tier talent and giving our team opportunities to grow, learn, and thrive.

Position Overview

The Lift Spotter will play a critical role in ensuring safe scissor lift operations across active construction sites. This position acts as the primary visual guide for lift operators in tight or high-traffic areas and helps maintain a safe work environment in accordance with company policies and OSHA regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a dedicated spotter for scissor lift operations in congested or high-risk areas
• Maintain constant visual contact with the lift operator and surrounding work zones
• Communicate clearly using hand signals and/or radios to ensure safe lift movement
• Identify hazards, obstacles, or personnel in the lift path and immediately alert the operator
• Ensure work zones are properly secured and marked to protect other workers and equipment
• Monitor jobsite activities to ensure compliance with safety policies and procedures
  Report any unsafe conditions or incidents to the site supervisor or safety personnel

Requirements

• Previous construction or equipment spotter experience preferred
• Understanding of aerial/scissor lift safety procedures and jobsite hazards
• Ability to stay focused and alert during extended observation periods
• Strong verbal and non-verbal communication skills (hand signals, radios, etc.)
• Physically able to stand and walk for the duration of the shift
• Must wear all required PPE at all times (hard hat, high-visibility vest, safety boots, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 10 or 30 certification
• Familiarity with aerial lift operations and equipment
• Experience working on active construction sites

What We Offer

• 401(k) with employer match after 6 months
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance after 90 days
• Employer-paid Life Insurance after 90 days
• PTO: 40 hours after 90 days + 8 additional hours each anniversary year
• 6 paid holidays after 90 days
• Company equipment and support provided
• Quarterly/yearly reviews with milestone-based growth and compensation roadmap