EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I - WAILUKU/ KAHULUI, MAUI

State of Hawai'i; Hawaii; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Hawai'i Department of Transportation - Highways Division seeks an Equipment Operator I to operate light motorized equipment and assist with construction and maintenance tasks on state roads.

The role requires one year of related experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds unaided (up to 100 pounds with assistance or equipment). This is a full-time, on-site position within the public sector in Hawaii.

Qualifications

• Experience operating motorized equipment such as Farmall tractors and trucks.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted and up to 100 pounds with assistance or equipment.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate two or more types of light motorized equipment as a primary duty.
• Perform related manual tasks for general construction and maintenance.
• Follow safety procedures and cooperate with other crew members.

Skills

Equipment operation

Heavy lifting

Driver's license required

Job description

Recruitment Number 26-0209

This vacancy is with the Department of Transportation- Highways Division.

This continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. The notice of the last day to file applications will be posted on the State of Hawaii's Civil Service Job Opportunities Listing page of our website.

Operates TWO (2) or more types of light motorized equipment such as Farmall International or John Deere rubber-wheeled tractors and pick-up trucks as a major work assignment; may perform manual work tasks in connection with general construction and maintenance work; and perform other related duties as assigned.

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements:

Legal Authorization to Work Requirement: 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.

Experience and Training: ONE (1) YEAR of work experience involving the operation of at least two of the motorized equipment representative of the class Equipment Operator I (e.g., Farmall tractors and trucks having a factory rated capacity of less than 1-1/2 tons), or any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Note: Possession of the required number of years of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for a position. The applicant's overall experience must have been of such scope and level of responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that he/she has the ability to perform the duties of the position for which he/she is being considered.

Driver's License: Applicants must possess a valid driver's license at the time of appointment.

Select Certification Requirement: Applicant must be able to lift/carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted and lift/carry objects weighing up to 100 pounds assisted by another person and/or use of equipment (e.g. hoisting equipment, hand truck).

The information provided above represents a summary of the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements.

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The State of Hawai'i 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 808-587-1111 for assistance.

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAM

The PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, visit https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

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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.

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