Electrician Helper (Delegated) - Kauai

Recruitment Information

Recruitment Number: DOT-AIR-2026-29. This job posting will remain open until 30 applications are received. Please apply immediately as this recruitment may close at any time.

Salary: $5,043 per month (BC-05, Step

A). Shift Work:
Applicants must be willing and able to work on rotating shifts, including evenings, weekends and holidays.

This job posting is for the State of Hawaii, Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). If you have any questions regarding this civil service recruitment, contact the DOT Personnel Office at , Monday
- Friday, 7:45AM - 4:30PM (HST). The Department of Human Resources Development State Recruiting Office will refer all inquiries regarding this recruitment to the DOT Personnel Office.

The Electrician Helper performs duties which are essentially routine and repetitive, as well as manual and semi-skilled, and assists, under the supervision of a licensed electrician, in the repair, maintenance and installation of electrical systems and equipment. To view the Class Specification in its entirety, please  (Download PDF reader).

To qualify, applicants must meet ALL of the following requirements:
Experience and Training:
Two (2) years of work experience in residential and/or commercial structural wiring and in the installation, alteration and repair of electrical equipment, wires and apparatus; or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Knowledge of:
Basic principles and practices of the electrical trade, including safety procedures; and common tools, equipment and materials used in the electrical trade. Ability to:
Use hand and power tools common to the electrical trade; read and interpret sketches, simple plans, manuals and other materials; understand oral and written instructions; and perform heavy lifting, moving and other manual work typical of the class. Physical and Medical Requirements:
Applicants must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position effectively and safely, with or without reasonable accommodation. Driver's License:
Applicants must possess a valid driver's license to drive in the State of Hawaii at the time of appointment. Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Clearance
- Federal Criminal History Records Check:
In accordance with Federal regulations, persons who are being considered for employment in positions which require unescorted access to secured areas at the airport must undergo a pre-employment fingerprint-based criminal history record check. In order to be granted the SIDA clearance, prospective employees must not have been convicted, or found "not guilty by reason of insanity," of a disqualifying criminal offense within ten years from the date of the application.

Legal Authorization to Work:
The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.

The State of Hawaii complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call  for assistance. ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS The Department of Transportation  use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs.

Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in anyway if you do not receive our emails or fail to check your email-box in a timely manner. In addition, please be aware that you may no longer receive notification about applications submitted if you choose to disable the Job Application Emails feature in your Account Settings.

TESTING INFORMATION The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held. In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency.

If in-person interviews and/or further testing is a requirement, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in person and at their own expense in this required phase of the selection process. Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as…