Industrial Equipment & Projects Technician - HI

EST Companies; Waipahu (HI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

EST Companies in Waipahu, HI seeks an electro‑mechanical installer with strong knowledge of pumps, motors, VFDs, plumbing, piping, and PLCs. You will install, upgrade, commission, and test industrial systems while reading schematics and ensuring safety on site.

Minimum 2 years’ experience preferred; training and one‑on‑one coaching from leadership will be provided. We offer a drug-free environment with a straightforward application process. Email [e-mail] for details.

Qualifications

• Understand mechanical, electrical, and electronic hardware and troubleshoot accordingly.
• Provide excellent service to customers and maintain safety standards on site.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on field experience; 5+ years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, upgrade, and commission industrial and commercial systems including generators and electrical components.
• Perform replacements and retrofits with code-compliant solutions.
• Handle multi-trade tasks like mounting, conduit runs, piping, and wiring.
• Read schematics and blueprints to complete installations accurately.
• Conduct functional testing and startup to verify performance.
• Document work performed, materials used, and field changes clearly.
• Support troubleshooting and repairs during project execution.
• Maintain tools and vehicles in safe, reliable condition.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical systems understanding

PLC systems

Reading schematics

Customer service

Tools

Schematics interpretation

HVAC knowledge

Generators

Hydraulics

Job description

If you would enjoy working with a small but mighty global family business in Waipahu, HI - and you bring solid knowledge of electro‑mechanical systems, industrial equipment, pumps, motors, VFDs, plumbing, piping, industrial pressure washing systems, generators, hydraulics, pneumatics, and PLC systems - we want you to.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DETAILS:

• Install, upgrade, and commission industrial and commercial systems, including generators, HVAC units, fire alarm components, electrical systems, plumbing lines, and related infrastructure.
• Perform system replacements and retrofits, removing outdated equipment and installing new, code‑compliant solutions.
• Execute multi‑trade project work such as light carpentry, mounting, anchoring, conduit runs, piping, wiring, and equipment integration.
• Read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and project scopes to complete installations accurately and safely.
• Conduct functional testing, startup, and verification to ensure systems operate to specification.
• Provide clear documentation of work performed, materials used, and any field changes or recommendations.
• Support occasional troubleshooting and repair needs during project execution.
• Maintain company tools, vehicles, and equipment in clean, safe, and reliable condition.
• Minimal overnight travel.
• Excellent driving record and willingness to submit to a thorough background check that complies with the DOD and our other government partners.
• We will provide training and one‑on‑one support by top management to assist you in being successful.
• Pay depends on experience and skill level.

REQUIREMENTS

• Able to understand mechanical, electrical, and electronic/computer hardware functionality and use knowledge to troubleshoot equipment.
• Must provide excellent service to our valued customers.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience, 5 years plus is preferred.
• The job is considered medium‑to‑heavy in nature and involves walking, maneuvering around moving objects/machinery, standing, stooping, crouching, crawling, climbing, balancing, lifting, digging, pushing or raising, objects and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a recurring basis and 50 to 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis. Ability to work outside under various environmental conditions, may include some exposure to hazardous materials and equipment. Ability to climb ladders with 300 lb. weight limit.

EST Companies intends to provide a drug and alcohol‑free work environment for our employees and customers. Pre‑employment drug and alcohol testing is required for all new hires. As a Federal Contractor, EST follows Federal guidelines, which include marijuana as a prohibited substance.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcome all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or religion or other legally protected status.

We want you to succeed. If you need a reasonable accommodation to navigate our application or interview process, please let us know by contacting [e-mail].

Visit our website at www.estcos.com to learn more about EST Companies, LLC