MAINTENANCE MECHANIC I - OAHU

State of Hawai'i; Hawaii; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Hawai'i Department of Transportation, Highways Division, seeks a skilled maintenance worker to perform mechanical repair and preventive maintenance on a range of equipment including water pumps and laundry machinery, with tunnel-related duties.

Candidates must have at least 3 years of relevant experience, a valid driver's license, and be authorized to work in the United States; the recruitment may close at any time.

Qualifications

• 3 years of work experience in mechanical and electrical equipment maintenance.
• Valid driver's license required at time of appointment.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled mechanical repair on machinery such as water pumps and laundry equipment.
• Inspect, repair and conduct preventive maintenance on tunnel equipment.
• Read operating manuals and follow manufacturer specifications.
• Report on structural inspections of tunnels and viaducts.

Skills

Mechanical repair

Maintenance

Reading diagrams

Safety procedures

Job description

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

A 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.

Independently performs skilled mechanical repair work in the adjustment, maintenance and repair of a wide variety of machinery and equipment such as water pumps, mechanical laundry equipment, and continuing work assignments in accordance with diagrams.

Other duties include the inspection, repair and conducting preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment in tunnels and on tunnels approaches, to conduct and report on structural inspections of tunnels, and viaducts, reading operating manuals, while following the manufacturer's specifications, basic trade practices, and other related duties as assigned.

Legal Authorization to Work

• Legal Authorization to Work: 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: THREE (3) YEARS of work experience in performing the mechanical repair and maintenance of a wide variety of mechanical and electrical equipment; or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Driver's License: Applicants must possess a valid driver's license at the time of appointment.

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

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 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, https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

Electronic Notification to Applicants

The Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs.

Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails or fail to check your email-box in a timely manner. In addition, please be aware that you may no longer receive notification about applications submitted if you choose to disable the Job Application Emails feature in your Account Settings.

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.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. In addition to employment availability and score, the referral of qualified applicants may be based upon other factors including date of receipt of application.