Trainee Civil Engineer Jobs in Hawaii (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $4,933.00 - $6,003.00 Monthly
Location : Oahu, HI
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: 180256
Department: Department of Facility Maintenance
Division: Chief Engineer's Office
Opening Date: 01/14/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Position Information
"Training Today's Equipment Operators for Tomorrow's Success"
The Department of Facility Maintenance(DFM), Chief Engineer's Office is seeking to fill an Equipment Operator Trainer position based in Kapolei. Under the general direction of the Driver Improvement Coordinator II, this position plans, develops, organizes, maintains records, and conducts certified training program in heavy construction equipment maintenance and operation, and special and new equipment certification program for the Department and other City agencies.
What You Will Do

• Plan, develop, organize, and maintain records for certified training programs in heavy construction equipment maintenance and operation.
• Conduct heavy construction equipment operator certified training to include educational classes and hands-on training.
• Establish and maintain training timetable and keep supervisor informed of progress, evaluation, and accomplishments. Grade trainees during course, determine approximate number of training hours required, and certify trainee as qualified to operate specific equipment.
• Assist in coordinating with supervisors and others for availability of trainees, equipment, classroom, training area and specific jobs for the on-the-job training phase.
• Review training programs and make necessary changes.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Special Working Conditions

• Will serve as a Disaster Response Worker during civil defense emergencies.

***Actual salary will be commensurate with applicable experience, pending approval.***
Enjoy excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and much more! View details about all our available benefits by clicking on the "Benefits" tab at the top of this posting or visiting
Apply today and take the first step toward a lasting career!
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
At time of application, you must be a citizen, national, or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
Equivalent to graduation from high school. Responsible work experience demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions of the job may be substituted for education.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
(A) Successful completion of an approved construction equipment operator apprenticeship training program;
OR
(B) Equivalent training and/or experience of comparable scope, which shall have demonstrated proficiency in the operation of various types and sizes of construction equipment, including cranes, large crawler-mounted bulldozers, graders, and backhoe and loader units.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENT:
Possession of a valid Hawaii State driver's license reflecting the appropriate commercial driver's license (CDL) with proper endorsements, as applicable; a current State Department of Transportation (DOT) medical examination certificate; and a current Certificate of Fitness for Crane and Hoist Operator.
CURRENT VACANCY REQUIRES:
At the time of application:

1. Valid CDL Class A or B; and
2. Current State DOT medical examination certificate.

Prior to appointment:

1. Certificate of Fitness for Crane and Hoist Operator.

Prior to completion of probation:

1. American Red Cross First Aid Certificate or equivalent.

Verification Requirement: To be considered for the current vacancy, you must attach a copy of your valid commercial driver's license (front and back of driver's license) and your current State Department of Transportation medical examination certificate to your application; Or mail your documents to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Copies will not be returned.
NOTE: The above certificates and licenses must be obtained by the time indicated and maintained on a current basis thereafter as a condition of employment.
Examination Process
If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for consideration for the current vacancy and future job openings with this job title. Screening will be based on the education, experience, and other job-related information provided in your application. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower rating. All information provided on an application is subject to verification. As applicable, false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts are grounds for disqualification and/or termination of employment with the City and County of Honolulu.
***At time of interview, you are required to provide a current Driver History Record to the hiring department.***
***As part of the selection process, the hiring department may administer a departmental performance test.***
What are the benefits of being a City Employee?
-- Vacation: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.
-- Sick Leave: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.
-- Holidays: 13 days a year; 14 days during election years.
-- Training and Development: Computer, career, and personal enhancement courses are offered; curriculum designed for employee, supervisory, and management development.
-- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Care: Various health insurance plans are available. Premiums are subsidized by the City and deductible from pre-tax income for participants of the Premium Conversion Plan (PCP).
-- Group Life Insurance: No cost for eligible employees.
-- Deferred Compensation Plan: Invest in your future...choose to defer part of your pre-tax income for retirement.
-- Retirement Plan: The Employees' Retirement System (ERS) of the State of Hawaii administers retirement benefits for State and County employees. Employee contribution required.
-- Commuter Choice Pre-Tax Benefits: Employees may designate certain transportation expenses (TheBus, LOTMA, Vanpool Hawaii, etc.) as a pre-tax item
-- Parking: Some job locations offer parking on-site; others may have access to parking at low monthly rates.
-- Direct Deposit: Direct deposit of paychecks to a designated financial institution is available.
-- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential, professional counseling and resource referral.
-- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: A federal program forgiving the balance of federal student loans for individuals working in public service. For program requirements and additional information, please visit:
To view additional information, please visit our page.
* All benefits as stated above, are subject to eligibility requirements and to legislative and/or negotiated changes. Individuals are responsible for any related fees or charges that may apply.
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APPLICATION GUIDELINES & INSTRUCTIONS
When applying for this position, please thoroughly complete the Education, Work Experience, and Supplemental Question sections of your application. The information provided in these sections, particularly the job-specific Supplemental Questions, will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements for the job and your final score. Failure to provide detailed and complete information or submit any required documentation may result in your application being rejected or you receiving a lower score.
Please do not submit resumes in place of completing any of these sections.
List each work experience separately, do not combine jobs. For example, if you've held more than one position or job level(s) for the same employer, they should be listed and described separately so that the resulting changes in your duties and responsibilities are accurately reflected. If any part of your experience is unclear, you may be asked to provide a copy of your official job/position description (PD).
In general (unless otherwise specified on the job posting), the following criteria is utilized for evaluation of the Minimum Qualification Requirements:

• Substitute, temporary assignment, internship or volunteer experience requires an official letter of verification from your supervisor and/or Human Resources department. The letter should include the job title, employment dates, number of hours worked, a description of the duties performed, and a contact name and phone number.
• Concurrent or overlapping experiences and/or education will NOT be double credited.
• Professional experience refers to work that generally involves independent critical thinking, solving complex, non-routine problems, preparing reports, and interpreting and applying technical information.
• Most work experience as an intern will NOT be creditable as equivalent to professional experience.
• Calculation of experience will be based upon a full-time, 40-hour work week. Part-time experience will be pro-rated. Hours worked in excess of 40 hours/week will not be extra credited.
  
  1. Example: Twelve months of experience at 20 hours/week will be pro-rated to six months of experience.
     
  2. Example: Twelve months of experience at 60 hours/week will be credited as one year of experience, NOT one and a half years.
• All requirements for the position must be met at the time of application or by the closing date of the recruitment.

Possession of the required amount of experience will not in and of itself be accepted as proof of qualification for the position. The overall experience must be of such scope and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that you have the ability to perform the duties of the position.
Any information you submit is subject to verification. Supporting documents must be either electronically attached to your application or submitted to our office at: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Documents should be identified by job title and recruitment number.
If you previously submitted education documents (e.g., transcripts, diploma, etc.) to our office, for most cases you are not required to resubmit them. Supporting documents with an expiration period (e.g., driver's license, Department of Transportation medical certificate, etc.) will need to be submitted with each application to verify possession of a current license or certificate at the time specified on the job posting.

• I certify that I have read and understand the above statements.

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TRAINING & EXPERIENCE
The Equipment Operator Trainer position requires the successful completion of an approved construction equipment operator apprenticeship training program OR equivalent training and/or experience of comparable scope, which shall have demonstrated proficiency in the operation of various types and sizes of construction equipment, including cranes, large crawler-mounted bulldozers, graders, and backhoe loader units.
Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

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LICENSE/CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENT
The current vacancy requires a valid Hawaii CDL Class A or B and current State Department of Transportation medical examination certificate at the time of application. Please attach a copy of your valid commercial driver's license (front and back of driver's license) and your current State Department of Transportation medical examination certificate to your application. Or mail your documents to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Copies will not be returned.
I have attached to my application or will be submitting verification of my valid:

• CDL Class A license and DOT medical examination certificate
• CDL Class B license and DOT medical examination certificate
• Type 3 (automobile) license
• None of the above

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RELEVANT TRAINING
Have you successfully completed a construction equipment operator apprenticeship training program?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered "Yes" to Question No. 4, identify the apprenticeship training program you completed to include the name of the organization that provided the training, dates (month/year - month/year), the number of hours trained, and type(s) of equipment you trained on. Please attach an electronic copy of your certificate/diploma indicating completion of the training program.
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RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Describe in detail your expe