Electrician

Amentum is seeking a Electrician for a position on Kauai, HI. Under general direction of a supervisor or lead-person, performs a variety of subprofessional duties and work-related repairs, new construction, fabrication and alteration of facilities and equipment in the electrical field at a semi -skilled level.

Responsibilities

Specific assignment and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following areas:

• Perform corrosion control and painting of electrical structures and equipment.
• Work in and around sewage treatment and disposal areas.
• Operate light and special purpose equipment such as overhead maintenance truck, forklift and load banks.
• Assist in conducting static ground and bonding readings for special areas, such as launch pads, magazine caves, fuel farm, parking apron, hot fuel location, etc.
• Operate portable generators during special operations and electrical outages.
• Maintain the following: Runway systems; Appliance, heating and lighting; Electrical and associated distribution systems equipment; Electrical facilities fixtures and signs; Facilities utilities, fueling systems, towers and water tanks.
• Work with other semi-skilled and skilled crafts persons.
• Responsible for care, maintenance and safeguarding of Government equipment, tools, property and materials.
• Perform specific tasks in accordance with verbal and/or written instructions and observes safety, fire, health and work rules.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the lead or Supervisor.
  

Physical Elements/ Environment

• Working in inclement weather, including daily exposure to heat, sun and glare.
• Must be available and willing to work overtime and be called out for emergency work.
• Lifting, Pushing/Pulling: over 50lbs
• Work positions requirements: walking, standing, crawling, kneeling, cramped, and repeated stooping.
• Environment: Customer Contact, Confined Work Area, Field Assignment, and Inclement Weather

Minimum Qualifications

Experience

• A minimum of 3 years apprenticeship or equivalent work experience in a direct or related field.
• Able to operate light and special purpose equipment such as overhead maintenance truck, forklift, and load banks.
• Knowledgeable of the National Electric Code.
• Experience in residential, commercial and industrial wiring practices.
• Be capable of acquiring the skill and knowledge of proper and safe use of tools and equipment associated with the trade.
• Be able to demonstrate ability to comprehend and follow instructions at a level necessary for satisfactory job performance.
• Have a good understanding of basic mathematics, able to read blueprints and schematics.
• Must be capable of acquiring the skill and knowledge of proper and safe use of tools and equipment associated with the various trade.
• Must have a valid Hawaii State Driver’s License.
• Be able to obtain a Government Driver’s License to operate utility trucks, stake trucks, aerial trucks and forklifts to 8 tons.
• Be able to obtain a State of Hawaii Commercial Driver’s License.
• Have or be able to obtain CPR/AED/1st Aid
• Journeyman Electricians License preferred.
  

Education

• High School or equivalent
• Satisfactory completion of a military or recognized trade school or correspondence course or have a minimum of four-year apprenticeship or equivalent work experience.
  
  

Security Clearance

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance. Applicants selected either must currently possess a Secret clearance or will be subject to a US Government Security Investigation and must meet eligibility requirements to obtain clearance prior to commencement of employment and maintain a security clearance for access to classified information or Closed/Restricted Areas throughout duration of employment. 

       

Compensation Details:

$40.54 /hr

       

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

 

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

 

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

       

Original Posting:

10/01/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

       

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed,  marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.