APPLICANT POOL Operator Trainee - Oahu

Hawaiian Electric•Pearl City, HI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Hawaiian Electric is establishing an external applicant pool for qualified applicants who may be considered for a temporary Operator Trainee vacancy on Oahu. The trainee prepares to qualify for an Equipment Operator position through instruction classes and study, and performs unskilled manual tasks as directed. Applicants must pass the Edison Electric Institute Plant Operator Selection System (POSS) aptitude test and a Job Sample Test (JST), subject to the stated exception for certain long-serving employees who have already passed the Differential Aptitude Test (DAT). The role involves learning to inspect and operate plant equipment and systems, record and communicate operating conditions, maintain cleanliness, and remain on shift until properly relieved. The position is non-exempt, with a stated schedule of Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The posting lists a wage of $33.99.

Requirements

Pass the Edison Electric Institute Plant Operator Selection System (POSS), unless covered by the stated exception for employees who became regular on or before April 15, 1985 and passed the Differential Aptitude Test (DAT).
Pass the Job Sample Test (JST).
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to identify and distinguish colors, including shades, hues, and tints (stated in the posting as applying to electrician-related positions).

Nice To Haves

Twelve months of related experience in a similar position, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Attend instruction classes and study the Operator Trainee Program on company time to prepare for examinations to qualify for an Equipment Operator position.
Learn to determine equipment operating status using information from previous-shift personnel and logbook entries.
Observe equipment directly and through computerized trends, and report unusual conditions to the Shift Supervisor.
Learn to operate circulating water, feed, auxiliary cooling water, condensate, condensate booster, vapor extractor, distilled water make-up, generator air cooler, and sump pumps, as well as other pumps and systems equipment, evaporators, and demineralizers.
Learn to operate hydrogen and seal oil systems; feed water heaters, controls, traps and drain pumps; the HP drip receiver; traveling screens and disposal of collected trash; and lubricating oil storage and purification systems, including changing filter bags and cleaning strainers.
Cut in and cut out one-half of the condenser for cleaning.
Regulate steam to the air ejector and turbine steam seal as required.
Inspect the generator winding for oil or moisture, watch for condenser leaks, and notify the Shift Supervisor if a leak occurs.
Feed sawdust into the traveling screen pit when necessary.
Complete log sheet readings.
Use a company-provided computer to update timesheets, write work notifications, and communicate professionally by email and other means as necessary.
Keep equipment and floors clean.
Maintain the shift until properly relieved.
Assume an assigned emergency management role and perform specific duties or functions as needed during an emergency, excluding routine trouble calls or callouts.
Perform similar and incidental duties as required.