Drafting Technician I / Drafting Technician II - Oahu

HAWAIIAN ELECTRIC CO.; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawaiian Electric Companies seeks a Non-Exempt Drafting Technician at its P BD Substation Engineering Department in Hawaii. The role involves drafting electrical, structural, or mechanical facilities using CADDS and manual methods, with emphasis on field data gathering and design detail work.

Two-year drafting coursework and two years of full-time drafting experience are required, along with a valid Hawaii driver’s license and color discernment ability.

Qualifications

• Two-year drafting course completed at community college or equivalent.
• Able to pass the Company CADDS and manual job performance test.
• Minimum two years full-time drafting experience (electrical, structural or mechanical).
• Valid driver's license issued by Hawaii or another U.S. state; must meet driving standards policy.
• Ability to identify and distinguish colors (shades, hues, tints).

Responsibilities

• Interpret drawings and prepare detailed drawings for shop fabrication or field installations.
• Conduct field investigations and obtain drawings/specifications for drawings.
• Learn to prepare material lists and take-offs.
• Create maps, graphs, and charts; perform lettering and sign work.
• Perform calculations using adding machines, calculators, computers, etc.

Skills

Drafting

Attention to detail

Color vision

Education

Two-year drafting course

Tools

CADDS

Manual drafting

Job description

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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.

Posting End Date: 10/13/2026 at 11:59PM HST

BRIEF POSTING DESCRIPTION:

The P BD SUBSTATION ENGINEERING Department of the H ENGINEERING Division at Hawaiian Electric Company has 1 Bargaining Unit vacancy available. This posting seeks to fill at either the Drafting Technician I or Drafting Technician II; whichever level is most suited to the qualifications of the applying candidate. (Role: Non-Exempt)

JOB FUNCTION:

Does drafting in connection with additions to and changes in the physical facilities of the Company using CADDS and manual drafting methods as directed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Interprets drawings, sketches, and written or verbal instructions and prepares detailed drawings for shop fabrication or field installations.
• Makes field investigations (takes measurements, notes physical conditions) and obtains drawings/specifications and other information for the preparation of drawings.
• Learns to prepare material lists and take-offs.
• Makes maps, graphs, and charts. Does special lettering and sign work.
• Makes calculations using adding machines, calculators, computers, etc.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs similar and incidental duties as required.
• 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.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have completed a two-year drafting course at the community college level or equivalent.
• Must be able to pass the Company CADDS and manual job performance test.
• Must have a minimum of two years full-time electrical, structural or mechanical drafting experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Hawaii or another U.S. state. Must meet the standards for driving positions stated in the Hiring Standards for Driving Positions policy. These standards may be adjusted periodically to meet business and safety needs.
• Ability to identify and distinguish the difference between colors, including shades, hues, and tints.

JOB FUNCTION:

Does drafting in electrical, structural, or mechanical area in connection with additions to and changes in the physical facilities of the Company using CADDS and manual drafting methods.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Interprets drawings, sketches, manufacturers’ literature, and written or verbal instructions and prepares detailed drawings for shop fabrication or field installations.
• Makes field investigations (takes measurements, notes physical conditions); gathers field data and obtains drawings/specifications and other information for preparation of drawings.
• Makes layouts and prepares design details under supervision.
• Prepares material lists and makes material take-offs.
• Makes maps, graphs, and charts. Does special lettering and sign work.
• Makes calculations using adding machines, calculators, computers, etc.
• Makes material-cost comparisons.
• Compiles engineering data, as directed, for studies, reports, audits, etc.
• Assists designer, engineer and supervisor in training lower classified drafting technicians.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs duties of a lower classification as required.
• Performs similar and incidental duties as required.
• 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.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Hawaii or another U.S. state. Must meet the standards for driving positions stated in the Hiring Standards for Driving Positions policy. These standards may be adjusted periodically to meet business and safety needs.
• Ability to identify and distinguish the difference between colors, including shades, hues, and tints.
• Must have minimum of two (2) years of full-time experience as a Drafting Technician I, or equivalent.
• Must be able to pass the CADDS and manual drafting performance test in the specific area where the vacancy lies (electrical, or structural, or mechanical).

Role: Non-Exempt

Number of Vacancies: 1

Work Schedule: Monday- Friday

About Hawaiian Electric Companies

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 http://hawaiianelectric.com.

Applicant Certification

By submitting an application for the position, candidates:

1. 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;
2. 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;
3. 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;
4. Authorizes release and transfer of all personnel records to be maintained by the hiring company in the event of an inter-company transfer; and
5. Authorize, direct, and consent to Hawaiian Electric Companies and/or its authorized agents to conduct investigations into candidates' background. These investigations may include, but are not limited to searches for information about applicants; record of criminal convictions to the extent permitted by law, education records, professional certifications, personal character references, and employment history.

EEO Statement

Hawaiian Electric Companies is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. We actively seek diversity among our employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex/gender (including gender identity/expression), ancestry/national origin, disability, marital status, arrest and court record, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, or other protected categories in accordance with state and federal laws. We further encourage individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply.

Hawaiian Electric Companies complies with 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 [phone].

Affiliate Disclaimer

The relationship between Hawaiian Electric and unregulated, energy-related affiliate companies is governed by the Affiliate Transaction Requirements (ATRs) established by the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission (PUC). The ATRs were established with the PUC's Decision and Order No. 35962 issued on December 19, 2018, and subsequently modified by Order No. 36112, issued on January 24, 2019, in Docket No. 2018-0065. With Decision and Order No. 42409, issued on March 23, 2026, in Docket No. 2025-0391, the PUC indefinitely suspended certain sections of the ATRs.

The ATRs address many issues related to Hawaiian Electric's interactions and transactions with Affiliates and Affiliate-Related Entities. If you'd like more information about these rules/regulations, you can email [e-mail] .