Machinist In Hawaii Jobs (NOW HIRING)

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Posting End Date: This posting will remain open until filled. Early applications are encouraged.

BRIEF POSTING DESCRIPTION:

The M GD MAINTENANCE - MAALAEA Department of the M GENERATION Division at Hawaiian Electric Company has 1 Bargaining Unit vacancy available. (Role: NON_EXEMPT) 

JOB FUNCTION:

Installs and maintains power plant mechanical equipment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

As a Machinist at the maximum level, performs the following duties. As a Machinist at lower levels, performs the following duties under direction or direct supervision in accordance with the various stages of training.

• Works from blueprints, sketches and written or oral instructions.
• Assembles, dismantles, cleans and repairs power plant rotating and mechanical equipment during operational or overhaul periods.
• Works with other trades in dismantling, inspecting, and repairing generators, exciters, motors, and mechanical equipment.
• Installs new and reconditioned power plant machinery.
• Realigns and balances all types of rotating equipment.
• Services and repairs lubricating oil systems.
• Repairs cranes and hoists, air compressors, ventilating systems, and fans.
• Uses and repairs all precision hand tools and power operated tools.
• Sets up and operates all machine tools such as lathes, boring mills, shapers, milling machines and drill presses. Knows properties and uses of metals. Makes machine parts; may be required to machine metals and parts to original tolerances.
• Performs necessary rigging for machinist work and performs general maintenance work.
• Operates material-handling equipment and vehicles 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.

Other Responsibilities:

• Directs the work of personnel in lower classifications on any or all of the above operations.
• Performs similar and incidental duties as required.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must pass Company Written Job Knowledge Test (1st Year).
• Graduate of Machinist Apprentice Program or equivalent training and experience.

Role: Non-Exempt

Number of Vacancies: 1

Work Schedule: Monday- Friday

Work Hours: 7:00 am - 3:30 pm 

Location: Kahului  - Maui

Wage: $50.75 - $57.53

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.

Interested individuals should apply online. The application must clearly indicate the demonstrated experience/knowledge/skills/abilities the candidate possesses which specifically qualifies him/her for the position.

Applicant Certification
By submitting an application for the position, candidates:
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.

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 ATR@hawaiianelectric.com.