Engineering Manager

The Lodge at Kukui'ula; Koloa (HI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Free room nights

Family discounts

401(k) plan

Medical benefits

Parental leave

Employee assistance

Discounts

Complimentary meals

Job summary

The Lodge at Kukui’ula seeks an Engineering Manager to lead maintenance across luxurious resort properties on Kauai. You will manage owner units, public spaces, and core systems while ensuring guest safety and high standards.

The role demands budgeting, planning, and collaboration with leadership. Based in Hawaii, you’ll bring at least five years in hospitality engineering, a two‑year degree, and a valid Hawaii driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Two-year college degree required.
• At least five years as Engineering Manager in a large hotel or one year as Assistant Engineering Manager.
• Hospitality industry experience preferred.
• Knowledge of trades: carpentry, plumbing, electrical, masonry, upholstery, etc.
• Read and understand building plans; familiarity with safety rules and lockout/tagout.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance of owner units, shared spaces, and main systems.
• Ensure guest and homeowner safety and satisfaction by handling requests promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness and upkeep of units and public areas.
• Help maximize profits through efficient use of equipment, tools, and supplies.

Skills

Budget management

Safety procedures

Reading building plans

Maintenance leadership

Education

Two-year college degree

Job description

Overview

Elevate your career to a new level of luxury at The Lodge at Kukui’ula. We are seeking a visionary Engineering Manager to join our esteemed leadership team on the breathtaking south shore of Kauai. As part of CoralTree Hospitality, you will lead with purpose, maintaining the exceptional standards of one of Hawaii’s finest residential resorts. Come build a legacy with us in Koloa.

Yearly Salary: $75,000.00 to $87,500.00 (based on qualifications)

• Earn up to 24 days of Paid Time Off—because your time matters!
• Five FREE room nights at CoralTree Hospitality properties—explore luxury firsthand!
• Unlimited Friends & Family discounted rates at CoralTree Hospitality Group properties—share the joy!
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a generous company match—invest in your future!
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits—because your well-being is our priority!
• Paid Parental Leave- we believe in supporting families.
• Employee Assistance Program—supporting your personal and professional growth!
• Exclusive employee discounts from industry-leading brands like Walt Disney World, Live Nation, Samsung, Hertz, and many more!
• Complimentary meal

The shift includes working days, nights, and weekends, and must be flexible for scheduling

Responsibilities

With guidance from the General Manager and Director of Rooms, the Engineering Manager oversees the maintenance and repair of owner units, shared spaces, and main systems, including water, air conditioning, and electricity. The Engineering Manager ensures guests and homeowners are happy and safe by promptly and politely handling maintenance requests and routine upkeep. This job involves keeping all units and public areas in good shape and looking nice. The engineering manager also helps the resort maximize profits by using equipment, tools, and supplies efficiently.

Qualifications

• You need at least a two-year college degree or something similar for this job.
• You should have at least five years of experience as an Engineering Manager in a large, high-quality hotel, or at least one year as an Assistant Engineer Manager in a similar hotel.
• It is preferred that you have at least one year of experience in the hospitality industry, either as a supervisor or as part of a technical engineering team.
• You should know about important hotel trades such as carpentry, cabinetmaking, furniture repair, upholstery, plumbing, pipefitting, electrical work, masonry, and similar skills. The job also needs you to plan ahead, manage budgets, review department profits and losses, make long-term plans, and help make decisions.
• You need to be able to read and understand building plans and instructions, understand building security and locks, manage recreation areas, handle pest control (e.g., insects, rodents, and cats), and keep things clean and sanitary.
• You should have experience following safety rules, using lockout/tagout procedures, reading safety data sheets, using safety gear, and participating in safety training.
• A valid Hawaii State driver’s license and acceptable driving record are required

The Lodge at Kukui’ula is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.