Switching Coordinator - Oahu

Switching Coordinator - Oahu

Date:
Dec 22, 2025

Location:

Honolulu, Hawaii (HI), US, 96814

Company: hawaiianel

Posting End Date:
This position will remain open until filled. Early applications are highly encouraged.

The P RD OPERATING DISPATCH Department of the P SYSTEM OPERATION Division at Hawaiian Electric Company has 1 management vacancy available. (Role: Professional)

Process, coordinate, and create switching orders for scheduled clearances throughout the Oahu system identifying the sequence of steps to provide a safe electrical work environment for personnel, customer's contractor, and the general public.

• Develop switching orders for each scheduled clearance according to Holdoff Requests, scheduled outages, and in accordance to company safety protocols. Identify the sequence of steps and tagging information. Receive and process Limited Holdoff Requests (“LHO”).
• Coordinate with other departments and outside contractors to notify customers and other stakeholders of required scheduled switching, interruption of service, or replacement of equipment. Perform field checks and visits.
• Notify the Generation Department and independent power producers (through contract administrators) of special generation requirements due to line switching and abnormal system conditions. Coordinate maintenance and construction schedules with other departments to minimize the number of outages.
• Review system and customers’ equipment to determine means of safely scheduling clearances. Act as a liaison between customers and the Company on jobs affecting system and large customers’ services. Work with Field Supervisor to schedule and deploy field personnel for large switching programs.
• Coordinate new equipment energizing to ensure that all concerned have met the necessary requirements to place the new equipment into service.
• Participate in Company emergency response activities as assigned, including any activities required to prepare for such emergency response.

• Completion of a Trouble man or Lineman Apprenticeship Program or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of generating procedures and transmission/distribution system.
• Working knowledge of personal computers and/or related software applications (i.e., spreadsheets, word processing etc.).
• Working knowledge of policies and procedures contained in such documents as the Safety & Health Manual, General Information Manual, Company/Union agreement, etc.
• Working knowledge of LEAN continuous improvement principles and best practices to achieve operational excellence.
• Working knowledge of Safe Start principles and best practices to achieve a safe work environment.

• Ability to read and interpret distribution/transmission maps and single line diagrams.
• Must have or be able to qualify for a State of Hawaii driver’s license. Must meet the standards for driving positions stated in the Hiring Standards for Driving Positions policy.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to influence and persuade various groups or individuals.
• Ability to remain flexible in a demanding work environment and adapt to rapidly changing priorities.
• Ability to handle difficult and/or sensitive issues while using tact, courtesy, and discretion.

• Several (3-5) years experience working in the Operations, Transmission and Distribution areas in the electricity utility field.
• Several (3-5) years as a System Operation Shift Supervisor and several (3-5) years experience as a Load Dispatcher or its equivalent.

Role:
Professional

Number of Vacancies: 1

Location:

Honolulu – Oahu

Hiring Range: $ to $

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 .

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.