Fire Investigator - Oahu

Fire Investigator - Oahu

Location:

Honolulu, Hawaii (HI), 96813

Company:
Hawaiian Electric Companies

Posted:
Nov 24, 2025

Status:
Open until filled

Lead investigator for fire incidents across Hawaiian Electric's service territories. Conduct ground and aerial field analyses, oversee compliance and wildfire mitigation, collaborate with stakeholders, and determine company attribution for ignition events.

• Site Investigations:
  Collect, document, and preserve physical evidence to determine ignition sources and company involvement.
• Coordinate with first responders and field personnel to gather time‑sensitive information for ethical business assessments.
• Conduct confidential investigations in compliance with company policies, codes of conduct, and applicable regulations.
• Apply fire investigation methodologies, civil investigation techniques, and legal procedures.
• Interview witnesses, property owners, engineers, and emergency personnel.
• Represent the company during fire and emergency incidents.
• Act as the Ignition Management Manager when required.
• Reporting and Documentation:
  Research, analyze, and compile data to produce detailed reports on fire investigations and mitigation actions.
• Prepare comprehensive documentation to identify systemic issues contributing to ignition events.
• Support analysis of utility equipment failure modes for operational and planning decisions.
• Training & Development:
  Develop and deliver fire safety education and disaster preparedness programs.
• Create informational materials and conduct presentations for schools, community groups, and public events.
• Participate in professional development and training activities related to fire science and prevention.
• Emergency Response:
  Provide rotational on‑call support, including 24/7 availability to respond to serious incidents across service territories.
• Participate in company emergency response activities as assigned, including any activities required to prepare for such emergency response.

• Bachelor's degree in Fire Science, Engineering, Criminal Justice, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of fire investigation techniques and methods.
• Working knowledge of relevant laws, regulations and codes.
• Proficiency in computer systems and software (e.g., spreadsheets, word processing).
• Familiarity with safety manuals, accident prevention protocols, and relevant regulations.
• Demonstrated technical expertise in fire investigation and prevention, or utility operations.

• Ability to work in hazardous environments.
• Strong legal and regulatory knowledge.
• Adaptability in high‑pressure and dynamic environments.
• Discretion and professionalism in handling sensitive issues.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong analytical skills to research and compile data into detailed, actionable reports.
• Excellent written, oral and presentation skills, effectively communicating with all levels of the organization and conducting interviews.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with a variety of individuals at all levels within and outside the company.
• Willing and able to travel to service territories for extended wildland fire investigations in remote areas.
• Willing and able to identify, collect, and store difficult‑to‑manage evidence from areas with limited accessibility.
• Must have or be able to qualify for a State of Hawaii driver's license and meet the hiring standards for driving positions.

• Successful completion of Wildland Fire Origin & Cause Investigation Determination (FI‑210) upon hire, preferred.
• Certified Fire Investigator (CFI) or Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator (CFEI) upon hire, preferred.

• Extensive experience (8+ years) in conducting fire investigations or related experience in the utility or fire industry.
• One year of progressively responsible experience in fire‑prevention activities including conducting fire inspections, fire prevention or life safety plan checks, and related functions, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

The 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 .