Abstract: There is provided a hoist assembly for attachment to a standard vehicle hitch. The assembly may be levelled horizontally and vertically to provide for safe operation of the hoist. The assembly includes a base member, supported by two vertically adjustable legs and a post attached at one end of the base. A boom is attached and coupled to the post with a ram which provides lift capabilities for the hoist. The base member may be rotated to adjust the vertical position of the post. A load indicator is provided to indicate a load exceeding the capacity of the hoist assembly.