Equipment Operator Iii - Kamuela​/Kohala​/Waikoloa, Hawaii

Recruitment Information

Recruitment Number 25-0455. This is an urgent vacancy in the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands, Homestead Services Division.

NOTE: A valid State of Hawaii issued Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class B is required at the time of application. A copy of your CDL must be submitted with your application; otherwise, the application will be rejected. A valid out‑of‑state CDL may be accepted but must be transferred to a Hawaii‑issued CDL within 30 days of employment.

The position involves operating two or more types of heavy motorized equipment (e.g., heavy trucks, rollers, loaders, light tractors). You may also perform manual construction and maintenance tasks, operate graders and heavy tractors as needed, and perform other related duties as assigned.

Legal Authorization to Work: Applicants must be a citizen, national, permanent resident alien of the United States, or otherwise eligible for unrestricted employment in the United States under federal law.

General

Experience:

At least one (1) year of experience operating at least two (2) types of motorized equipment representative of the Class Equipment Operator III (e.g., heavy truck, roller, loader, tractor).

Commercial Driver’s License: Applicants must hold a valid Hawaii issued CDL Class B at the time of application. Out‑of‑state CDLs may be accepted under the same conditions described above.

The State of Hawai‘i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. Contact the accommodations hotline at 808‑587‑0936 for assistance.

• Paid holidays: 13 per year (14 during election years)
• Paid vacation: 21 days per year starting first year, up to a total of 90 days
• Paid sick leave: 21 days per year starting first year, unlimited accumulation
• Health insurance:
  State covers a portion of premiums for medical, drug, vision, and dental plans
• Life insurance:
  State provides a free life insurance policy
• Retirement plan:
  State contributes to a retirement plan; eligibility depends on years of service and age
• Other benefits: transportation benefits, flexible spending accounts, deferred compensation, disability insurance, social security contributions, training, and continuing education opportunities

The State of Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Employer.