Environmental Technician - Maui

Hawaiian Electric; Kahului (HI); On-site; USD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawaiian Electric in Kahului – Maui seeks a Non-Exempt Substation & Meter Substation worker to perform cleanup, mitigation, removal and decommissioning of oil-filled equipment used in electric energy distribution.

Role involves documenting tasks, operating oil filters, coordinating with other crews, and ensuring public safety at sites. Requires CDL, 2+ years in construction, and various certifications; work schedule is Mon-Fri, 7:00 am–3:30 pm, with wage of $43.43/hr in kahului Maui.

Qualifications

• Must have or be able to qualify for State of Hawaii driver’s license.
• Must have State of Hawaii Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Must be able to obtain Medical Examiner's Certificate.
• HAZWOPER training.
• TWIC.
• Off-island and after-hours work may be required.
• Minimum 2 years in construction including masonry, carpentry, utility equipment or related fields.
• MECO forklift training within 3 months of hire.
• Working knowledge of MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Respond to and clean up PCB and non-PCB transformer oil releases as directed.
• Mitigate oil-filled equipment and related electrical equipment.
• Decommission transformers and similar equipment.
• Operate oil filter and manage oil handling.
• Complete documentation for tasks per policies and standards.
• Work with blueprints, sketches, and verbal instructions to perform tasks.
• Ensure public safety at work sites.
• Operate and drive company vehicles and equipment as required.
• Perform related duties such as reporting discrepancies, using trade test equipment, and assisting other groups.
• May take an emergency management role during incidents.

Skills

Oil field equipment operation

Safety procedures

Documentation

Blueprints & sketches

Reading maps & mapping

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Driving (state CDL)

Forklift operation

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Job description

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: 08/21/2026 at 11:59PM HST

BRIEF POSTING DESCRIPTION

The M QS SUBSTATION & METER SUBSTATION Department of the P SUBSTATION & METER Division at Hawaiian Electric Company has 1 Bargaining Unit vacancy available. (Role: Non-Exempt)

JOB FUNCTION

Performs semi-skilled work in the clean-up, mitigation, removal and decommissioning of oil filled equipment and other apparatuses used in the distribution of electric energy. Completes required documentation, including database entry, form entry, sketches and mapping, and other administrative means required to document and communicate related matters. Utilizes applicable tools and equipment required for job functions. Assist personnel of other work groups for the installation, maintenance and removal of equipment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• As needed and in accordance with proper procedures, responds to and cleans up both PCB and non-PCB transformer oil releases.
• Performs mitigation measures for oil filled equipment and other electrical equipment and apparatus used for the distribution of electric energy.
• Decommissions transformers and other electrical equipment and apparatus used for the distribution of electric energy.
• Connects and operates oil filter; receives and disburses oil.
• Completes documentation requirements associated with work tasks in accordance to Company and other regulatory policy and standards.
• Performs work in accordance with the Company’s construction and safety standards and all other applicable rules and regulations: works from blueprints, sketches, and verbal instruction to perform work assignments;
• Is responsible to ensure public’s safety at work sites.
• Drives/operates company vehicles including vans, trucks, forklifts, overhead cranes and material handling equipment. May drive a truck carrying personnel and/or materials.
• Operates all tools and equipment of the trade.
• Responsible for the safe and proper operation of all assigned equipment and machinery utilized in performing construction work.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reports any discrepancies encountered during job tasks.
• Uses test equipment and tools of the trade.
• Mixes and/or places concrete using approved concrete field practices.
• 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 or be able to qualify for a State of Hawaii driver’s license. 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 objectives.
• Must have State of Hawaii Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Must be able to obtain a Medical Examiner's Certificate.
• Must be able to satisfactorily complete Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response Act (HAZWOPER) training.
• Must be able to qualify for Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC).
• Will be required for off-island and after-hours work.
• Must have 2 years minimum work experience in the construction field including but not limited to masonry, carpentry, utility equipment and infrastructure including excavation and trench shoring or equivalent experience.
• Must have or be able to qualify for MECO's Forklift training within 3 months of hire.
• Must have working knowledge of computers, including Microsoft Office products - MS Word, Excel and Outlook.

Role: Non-Exempt

Number of Vacancies: 1

Work Schedule: Monday- Friday

Work Hours: 7:00 am - 3:30 pm

Location: Kahului – Maui

Wage: $43.43

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

• 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 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 [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].

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