Automotive Mechanic - Oahu

Company: Hawaiian Electric Companies

Posting End Date: 02/23/2026 at 11:59PM HST

Automotive Mechanic (Non-Exempt)

Performs all work required in the repair, modification and maintenance of all types of vehicles, equipment, internal-combustion engines and diesel engines.

• Performs all types of vehicle, equipment, engine and tool maintenance; repair and modification work, including gas welding and work on hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems and devices.
• Completes necessary job tags and paperwork in connection with the job.
• Drives Company vehicles.
• Directs the work of personnel in lower classifications on any or all of the above operations.
• Performs similar and incidental duties as required.
• Assumes an emergency management role, as assigned, and performs specific assignments or functions as needed in an event of an emergency, excluding routine trouble calls/callouts.

• Ability to identify and distinguish color differences, including shades, hues, and tints (for electrician related positions).
• Must be able to obtain a Medical Examiners Certificate.
• Must have or be able to qualify for a State of Hawaii Commercial Driver’s License and meet the requirement for frequent required drivers as stated.
• Must be able to lift and carry automotive parts, tools, and/or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Must pass the Edison Electric Institute Construction & Skilled Trades Selection System (CAST) (
  
  Note:
  
  Employees who have taken and passed the Differential Aptitude Test (DAT) do not need to take the CAST).
• Graduate of Automotive Apprentice Program or equivalent training and experience.
• Must pass Company Written Job Knowledge Test and Job Proficiency Test (
  
  Note:
  
  If applicant is a graduate of the Company Automotive Apprentice Program, then Job Proficiency Test is not required).
• Must have or be able to qualify for C&C and DOT Safety Check Inspection Certification within 24 months.
• Must acquire Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification within 24 months in the following areas:
  Diesel engines, Automatic transmission/transaxle, Suspension & steering, Brakes, Electrical/electronic systems, Engine performance.
• Must pass Company Hydraulic Written Job Knowledge Test within 24 months.

• Role:
  Non-Exempt
• Number of Vacancies: 1
• Location:
  
  Honolulu – Oahu
• Work Schedule:
  
  Monday – Friday
• Work Hours:
  
  FLEET 56 DAY FOREMAN WK1 (FLW1) – 4 weeks at 6:30am-3:00pm and 4 weeks at 3pm-11:30pm
• Wage: $49.44

Hawaiian Electric Companies provide electricity and services to 95 percent of the state's 1.4 million residents. The company is also one of the state's 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 at

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

Applicant Certification

• 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.
• Authorize and consent to, without reservation, the Hawaiian Electric Companies sharing any and all information regarding previous or present employment, educational training or personal information from their records and from any other source with the hiring department or subsidiary company.
• Release, discharge, and hold harmless, Hawaiian Electric Companies, from any and all liability for any damage which may be claimed as a result of furnishing such information to the hiring department or subsidiary company.
• Authorize release and transfer of all personnel records to be maintained by the…