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HDOT Hiring Students For The Summer, Deadline May 30, 2013
HDOT is hiring students for the summer. Please click here to download an application form: HDOT Summer Application Form. Submittal Deadline: THURSDAY, MAY 30, 2013.
Read MoreHawaii Construction Career Days Event Provides Students Real-World Experience
The sixth annual Hawaii Construction Career Days event took place today at the Hilo Civic Auditorium, providing nearly 900 students from 20 Big Island schools with career guidance from construction industry, trade and educational representatives. Students also received hands-on experience with specialized heavy equipment and trade tools.
Read MoreState And Community Partners Kick Off Child Passenger Safety Week In Hawaii
Governor Neil Abercrombie today joined representatives of the DOT, the four county police departments, the Keiki Injury Prevention Coalition (KIPC) and other child passenger safety advocates to kick off “Child Passenger Safety Week in Hawai‘i” with a proclamation signing and news conference at The Queen’s Medical Center.
Read MoreDOT Launches Annual “Beat The School Jam” Campaign, ZipperLane Requirements To Be Lowered, Daytime Lane Closures Postponed
DOT announced plans to prepare for the annual "Beat the School Jam" on Monday, August 20, through Friday, August 24, to alleviate traffic congestion. Lane closures will be postponed, The H-1 Freeway Zipper Lane and the Nimitz Highway Contraflow Lane will be modified, and commuters are encouraged to use alternative ways of transportation.
Read MoreDOT Launches Third Annual Pedestrian Safety Month
Governor Neil Abercrombie declared August as “Pedestrian Safety Month in Hawaii,” the only statewide pedestrian safety month in the nation. Pedestrian-related community events and campaigns will be taking place throughout the month to encourage safe pedestrian behaviors, as well as to heighten drivers’ awareness of pedestrians, with the ultimate goal of saving lives and making Hawaii a safer place to walk.
Read MoreState DOT And County Police Depts. Launch National “Click It Or Ticket” Enforcement Campaign
The state DOT and the four county police departments are reminding everyone to buckle up every day, day or night. The national 2012 “Click It or Ticket” seat belt enforcement mobilization kicks off on May 20 and runs through June 3, but local law enforcement officers will be strongly enforcing seat belt safety laws around the clock and year-round.
Read MoreState to Implement New Hawaii Driver License Requirements Beginning Monday, March 5
Beginning Monday, March 5, 2012 all individuals renewing or applying for a new Hawaii driver's license or learner's permit will be required to show proof of legal presence in the United States. Documentation is required to establish, (1) legal name, (2) date of birth, (3) social security number, and (4) legal presence. A full list of all potential documents, new requirements and frequently asked questions can be found at hawaii.gov/dot.
Read MoreRecruitment Open For HDOT Engineer Positions
09/12/11 – Recruitment for HDOT engineer positions in the Airports, Harbors, Highways and Administration Divisions is open now. Please click on the link above for more information on how to join the HDOT team. Recruitment for HDOT engineer positions in the Airports, Harbors, Highways and Administration Divisions is open now. Please click on the PDF attachment below for more information on how to join the HDOT team. HDOT Engineering...
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