Maui Grid Dispatch & Outage Specialist

Hawaiian Electric Company; Kailua (HI); On-site; USD 76,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawaiian Electric Companies in Kahului – Maui seeks a Distribution System Operator to oversee outage response, restoration, and switching across the grid. You will coordinate field crews, monitor OT systems, and ensure safety and reliability in a dynamic environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or higher, an apprenticeship or control operator training, and successful completion of essential certification tests. A valid driver's license is required, and rotating shifts apply on Maui.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Advanced degree or certificate in General Trade, Electronics, Automotive, highly desirable.
• Graduate of an Apprenticeship program, Technician, Substation, or completion of Control Operator training program.
• Ability to identify and distinguish colors, including shades, hues, and tints.
• Must pass the SRA Oral & Written Directions Test.
• Must pass the PSP System Operator/Dispatcher Test.
• Must pass the Company Job Sample Test.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver\'s license.

Responsibilities

• Respond to outages and restore power in a timely, safe manner.
• Direct field personnel for switching on distribution systems during routine and emergencies.
• Monitor OT systems (OMS/SCADA/EMS) and coordinate with control room staff.
• Maintain system operation logs and inform stakeholders of status and ETAs.

Skills

Color vision

Driver's license

SRA Oral & Written Directions Test

PSP System Operator/Dispatcher Test

Company Job Sample Test

Education

Advanced degree or certificate in General Trade, Electronics, Automotive

Apprenticeship program completed

Control Operator training program

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Hawaiian Electric Companies in Kahului – Maui seeks a Distribution System Operator to oversee outage response, restoration, and switching across the grid. You will coordinate field crews, monitor OT systems, and ensure safety and reliability in a dynamic environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or higher, an apprenticeship or control operator training, and successful completion of essential certification tests. A valid driver's license is required, and rotating shifts apply on Maui.