Field Technologist

Field Technologist

Date:

Jun 19, 2026

Location:

Pearl City, Hawaii (HI), US, 96782

Company: hawaiianel

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.

Applications will be screened based on the information provided; in order to assist us in determining qualifications, please upload a current resume and take some time to update your employment information, certifications, etc. The information will flow over to your profile.

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

 BRIEF POSTING

DESCRIPTION:

The P IV PS RELIABILITY AND PERFORMANCE ENGINEERING Department of the P POWER SUPPLY ENGINEERING Division at Hawaiian Electric Company has 1 Management vacancy available. (Role: Professional)

JOB FUNCTION:

Strategically identifies maintenance work in compliance with the Predictive Maintenance (PdM) Program to ensure optimum equipment efficiency, availability, and reliability at all Company generating stations. Creates, executes, and maintains programmatic approach to PdM activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Predictive Maintenance Program & Strategy

+  Independently collects historical and real-time data on equipment utilizing PdM techniques and tools for component condition assessment. Utilizes innovative tools and techniques to collect and integrate data from various technologies and sources. Performs on-demand trouble shooting based on operational needs requiring travel between stations and other HECO facilities on limited notice.

Condition Monitoring

+  Analyzes the available data on components in the PdM Program to assess component condition. Makes recommendations to craft, operations, management, and higher-level professionals for appropriate maintenance action when required. Directs or oversees these corrective maintenance actions when necessary.  Documents findings and actions taken.  Performs cost benefit analysis on program findings to capture savings.

PdM Program Management  

+  Develops, implements, documents, and tracks the performance of the Predictive Maintenance program. Continuously looks for ways to improve the effectiveness of the program via process/ hardware/ software improvements or modifications to the system/ component design. Keeps abreast of the latest developments in condition monitoring hardware/ software/ techniques and evaluate if cost effective to implement. Through a programmatic approach, works to improve the PdM Program using new/ updated technologies, techniques, processes, or efficiency improvements.

+  Demonstrates ownership of responsible technology by ensuring tools are calibrated and in working order, software is up-to-date, and any maintenance agreements are processed in a timely manner. Acts as the software administrator for applicable PdM related software.  Ensures budgets are in-place to support applicable hardware/ software maintenance, new initiatives, and any training/ travel requirements.

+  Identifies the reason for equipment failure utilizing root cause failure analysis and troubleshooting skills; make recommendations to minimize or eliminate the mode or type of failure and prevent recurrence.

PdM Business Acumen  

+  Mentors, guides, and cross trains on different specialties. Provides guidance on the programmatic approach of PdM and reliability ensuring that the PdM Program continues in a state of continuous improvement.

+  Assists Field Crews and Supervisors with the technical maintenance service initiatives for the department. May be required to direct a single and/or multi-craft workforce to support Company values. Promotes teamwork and self-directed workforce in support of quality initiatives.

+    Provides input to the department's…