Abstract: The hoist disclosed provides four point pivotal connections of linkages enabling the hoist to raise and lower a rotating shaft in vertical translation while providing resistance to torsioned loads transmitted by the shaft. The hoist may be fitted with a hydraulic cylinder for raising or lowering a boom formed by the linkages. The hoist can be mounted to a structural portion of a building or mounted on a dolly having wheels for ease of movement on a floor. The hoist allows one person to safely mix the contents of large containers, such as 55 gallon drums on totes.