POOL** Operator Trainee - Oahu

We recognize our competitive advantage -- our people. We believe in our people, who share our vision of meeting the needs of our employees, customers, and communities and who carry out the continued success of the company. Our employees are committed to the company's foundational values: integrity, excellence, teamwork, environmental stewardship, and community commitment. In turn, we invest in our employees, providing opportunities for challenge and advancement and offering a competitive compensation package.

Posting End Date: 07/16/2026 at 11:59 AM HST.

Hawaiian Electric is establishing an External Applicant Pool from which qualified applicants may be considered for an Operator Trainee (temporary or permanent) vacancy on the island of Oahu.

Applicants must successfully pass an aptitude and skills assessment. The Plant Operator Selection System (POSS) aptitude test sessions will be scheduled for mid-July and mid-August. Those who achieve a qualifying POSS score will be invited to a Job Sample Test (JST) tentatively scheduled for August 2026.

Trains to perform the duties of Equipment Operator. Performs unskilled manual tasks as directed.

• Attends instruction classes and studies Operator Trainee Program on company time to prepare to pass examinations to qualify for Equipment Operator position.
• Trains to perform the following operations:
  • Determine operating status of equipment from previous shift personnel and logbook entries.
  • Watch carefully all equipment for normal operation utilizing direct, physical observations and computerized trends. Report any unusual conditions to the Shift Supervisor.
  • Operate circulating water pumps, feed pumps, auxiliary cooling water pumps, condensate pumps, condensate booster pump, vapor extractor pump, distilled water make-up pumps, generator air cooler pumps, sump pumps, various other pumps & systems equipment, evaporator and demineralizers.
  • Operate the hydrogen and seal oil systems; the feed water heaters, controls, traps and drain pumps; the HP drip receiver; the traveling screens, which include the proper disposal of any trash caught; the lubricating oil storage and purifying system, which includes the periodic change of filter bags and strainer cleaning and various other strainers, pumps and systems equipment. Cuts-in and cuts-out one-half of condenser for cleaning.
  • Regulate the steam to the air ejector and the turbine steam seal as required. Inspect the generator winding for oil and/or moisture. Watch for condenser leaks; notify the Shift Supervisor if leak occurs. Feed sawdust into the traveling screen pit when necessary.
  • Take complete log sheet readings.
  • Use company provided computer to update timesheets, write work notifications, and professionally communicate via email and other means as necessary.
• Keeps equipment and floor clean.
• Maintains shift until properly relieved.
• 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.

• Ability to identify and distinguish the difference between colors, including shades, hues, and tints. (for electrician related positions).
• T105:
  Must pass the Edison Electric Institute Plant Operator Selection System (POSS).
  • Note:
    
    Employees who became regular on or before April 15, 1985 AND who have taken and passed the Differential Aptitude Test (DAT) do not need to take the POSS.
• T105:
  Must pass Job Sample Test.
• T105:
  High School diploma or GED. Preferred: 12 months of related experience in a similar position or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Role:
Non-Exempt

Number of Vacancies:
Applicant Pool

Work Schedule:

Monday – Friday

Work Hours:

7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Location:

Pearl City – Oahu

Wage: $33.99

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 .