Hawaii Operating Engineers Industry Stabilization Fund

Hawaii Operating Engineers Industry Stabilization Fund Our Purpose is to fully represent the interests of the Operating Engineers Local Union No. 3 and Hawaii's Leading Contractors.

The Hawaii Operating Engineers Industry Stabilization Fund (HOEISF) is a non-profit organization established by Labor and Management to monitor compliance of city, state, and federally funded construction contracts, including but not limited to the Federal Davis-Bacon Act and HRS, Chapter 104. It is our intention, by assuring compliance with the law, to create an atmosphere of fair, compoetitive and safe contracting for the benefit of the entire construction industry.

APPRENTICESHIP APPLICATION INFORMATION FOR OAHU RESIDENTSApplication Period: July 6 – 17, 2026Eligibility Requirements:T...
06/04/2026

APPRENTICESHIP APPLICATION INFORMATION FOR OAHU RESIDENTS

Application Period: July 6 – 17, 2026

Eligibility Requirements:

To become an apprentice, applicants must:
1. Be at least 18 years of age

2. Be a high school graduate or have successfully passed the GED or C-Base test and provide a transcript of high school grades with the application

3. Be physically fit to perform the duties of the trade

4. Be assessed and ranked by a general knowledge and hands-on test

5. Have a valid Hawaiian Driver’s License showing current address in the island for training

6. Have transportation to get to and from work site and classroom instruction
Important Note: Diplomas will not be accepted as proof of education.

We recommend gathering the necessary documentation in advance to ensure a smooth application process when the period opens in July 2026.

ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY 5:00 PM HST JULY 17, 2026.

ONLINE ONLY at www.oe3.org/hawaii-training

FRANK SHIROMA!In 1976, exactly 50 years ago, the voyaging canoe, Hokule’a successfully completed its maiden voyage to Ta...
06/02/2026

FRANK SHIROMA!
In 1976, exactly 50 years ago, the voyaging canoe, Hokule’a successfully completed its maiden voyage to Tahiti!
Also, Frank Shiroma joined the BEST UNION IN THE WORLD!
50 years of greatness!


Wanted to add background audio, “My Sharona” by The Knack for full effect!

Here we go, Oahu!Join us for at the:District 17 Hawaii Operating Engineers Local 3 Annual Picnic!Saturday, June 20, 2026...
05/05/2026

Here we go, Oahu!

Join us for at the:
District 17 Hawaii Operating Engineers Local 3 Annual Picnic!
Saturday, June 20, 2026
Kualoa Regional Park

To register, please call the Union Office at (808)845-7871 or scan the QR Code.

You don’t want to miss this one!

out here getting it done!
04/28/2026

out here getting it done!

HOEISF & Operating Engineers Local Union No. 3 is a proud affiliate of the AFL-CIO. As an affiliate, Local 3 members ma...
03/21/2026

HOEISF & Operating Engineers Local Union No. 3 is a proud affiliate of the AFL-CIO. As an affiliate, Local 3 members may possibly be eligible for flood assistance if they were affected by the recent floods statewide.

Please note, this is assistance through the AFL-CIO and all awards for assistance will be decided by the AFL-CIO and not your Local 3 staff.

If you are a Local 3 member and your primary residence was impacted by the floods, please contact your local office, agent/representative, or the Stabilization Fund for assistance. You will be required to provide the information below.

What information does the member need to provide to the agent/representative:
- Detailed description of damage done to property/household

- Include list of items damaged or lost

- Provide pictures/photos of the damage to property/household

- Is it the members primary residence?

- Number of people in household

- Number of dependent children and/or elderly

- Does anyone else in this household belong to another union?

- Date of flood loss and damage

- Is the primary home habitable

- Is the member displaced and staying elsewhere? If yes, where is the member staying?

Mark your calendars for the upcoming SemiAnnual Meeting, which will be held at the Solano County Fairgrounds in Vallejo,...
03/09/2026

Mark your calendars for the upcoming SemiAnnual Meeting, which will be held at the Solano County Fairgrounds in Vallejo, California on March 15.

Check the technique! Today, we welcomed our newest member to the BEST UNION IN THE WORLD at Kauai’s Picnic!If you are on...
02/28/2026

Check the technique! Today, we welcomed our newest member to the BEST UNION IN THE WORLD at Kauai’s Picnic!

If you are on Kauai and would like to join him as a member of the BEST UNION IN THE WORLD, Kauai’s Apprenticeship Intake will open on Monday (March 2, 2026)!

Congratulations to our Kauai PAC members on winning election: Anthony Kanuni Viado, Ryan Cummings, and Troy Furugen. All...
02/28/2026

Congratulations to our Kauai PAC members on winning election: Anthony Kanuni Viado, Ryan Cummings, and Troy Furugen.

All of Hawaii’s (District 17) PAC Members are in place for this upcoming election season!

Let us slow clap and congratulate Buddy Victorino, Jr., who recently completed OE3’s Apprenticeship Program and became a...
02/28/2026

Let us slow clap and congratulate Buddy Victorino, Jr., who recently completed OE3’s Apprenticeship Program and became a journeyman operator!

APPRENTICESHIP APPLICATION INFORMATION FOR KAUAI RESIDENTSApplication Period: March 2 - 31, 2026The application period f...
02/28/2026

APPRENTICESHIP APPLICATION INFORMATION FOR KAUAI RESIDENTS

Application Period: March 2 - 31, 2026

The application period for our apprenticeship program will be open exclusively to residents from March 2 - 31, 2026.

Please note that applications will not be accepted prior to these dates.

During the application period, detailed instructions on how to apply will be made available on this “Apply” tab. We encourage you to review the information carefully and ensure all required documents are prepared in advance.

Eligibility Requirements:
Please refer to the “Requirements” tab to ensure you meet the eligibility criteria.

Required Documentation:
A valid Hawaii Driver’s License with an Oahu address Completed high school transcripts (with graduation information), or GED/C-Based test transcripts confirming successful completion with your score.

Important Note: Diplomas will not be accepted as proof of education.

Address

2181 Lauwiliwili Street
Kapolei, HI
96707

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

(808) 845-6221

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