Operator Helper Maalaea

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Our employees are committed to the companys foundational values: integrity excellence teamwork environmental stewardship and community turn we invest in our employees providing opportunities for challenge and advancement and offering a competitive compensation package.

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Posting End Date: 09/01/2026 at 11:59PM HST

BRIEF POSTING DESCRIPTION:

TheM GM OPERATIONS - MAALAEADepartment of theM GENERATIONDivision at Hawaiian Electric Company has1Bargaining Unit vacancy available.(Role:NON-EXEMPT)

JOB FUNCTION:

Trains to perform the duties of Senior Operator Helper at the diesel plant. Performs general maintenance work as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Mans a shift with a Senior Operator Helper and an Operator at the diesel plant and trains to perform the duties of these classifications.
• Is assigned operational maintenance work at the diesel plant.
• May perform in relief capacity standing watch as Senior Operator Helper when qualified.
• Keeps equipment and work area clean.
• Maintains watch until relieved.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assume an emergency management role as assigned and perform specific assignments or functions as needed in an event of an emergency not to include routine trouble calls/callouts.
• Performs similar and incidental duties as required.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to identify and distinguish the difference between colors including shades hues and tints. (for electrician related positions).
• Must have or be able to qualify for a State of Hawaii drivers license. Must meet the standards for frequent required driving positions stated in the Hiring Standards for Required Driving Positions policy. These standards may be adjusted periodically to meet business and safety objectives.
• T47: Must pass the Edison Electric Institute Plant Operator Selection System (POSS).
  • Note: Employees who have taken and passed the Differential Aptitude Test (DAT) do not need to take the POSS.
• T47: Must pass the Job Sample Test.

Role: Non-Exempt

Number of Vacancies: 1

Work Schedule:Monday- Friday

Work Hours:7:00 am - 3:30 pm

Location:Kahului Maui

Wage: $33.99

About Hawaiian Electric Companies
Hawaiian Electric Companies provide electricity and services to 95 percent of the states 1.4 million residents. The company is also one of the states leading employers and a major contributor and supporter of community and educational programs.

The demand for power that has fueled the growth of the Hawaiian Islands has been met by Hawaiian Electric Companies for well over a century. And as the next millennium unfolds the company is committed to providing quality service and seeking clean local energy sources to power generations of Hawaii families and businesses to come. Visit us

Interested individuals should apply online. The application must clearly indicate the demonstrated experience/knowledge/skills/abilities the candidate possesses which specifically qualifies him/her for the position.

Applicant Certification
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1. Authorize the Hawaiian Electric Companies to confirm all statements contained in the application and/or any materials submitted and made a part of the application as they relate to the position and to the extent permitted by law;
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5. Authorize direct and consent to Hawaiian Electric Companies and/or its authorized agents to conduct investigations into candidates background. These investigations may include but are not limited to searches for information about applicants; record of criminal convictions to the extent permitted by law education records professional certifications personal character references and employment history.

EEO Statement Hawaiian Electric Companies is an equal opportunity employer including disability and protected veteran status. Hawaiian Electric Companies complies with all applicable laws including Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Any request for reasonable accommodation needed during the application process should be communicated by the candidate to the HR Service Center at .

Affiliate Disclaimer

The relationship between Hawaiian Electric and unregulated energy-related affiliate companies is governed by theAffiliate Transaction Requirements (ATRs)established by the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission (PUC). The ATRs were established with the PUCs Decision and Order No. 35962 issued on December 19 2018 and subsequently modified by Order No. 36112 issued on January 24 2019 in Docket No. 2018-0065. With Decision and Order No. 42409 issued on March 23 2026 in Docket No. 2025-0391 the PUC indefinitely suspended certain sections of the ATRs.

The ATRs address many issues related to Hawaiian Electrics interactions and transactions with Affiliates and Affiliate-Related Entities. If youd like more information about these rules/regulations you can email.

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