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Engineer I

Hawaii Crescent Hotels Estimated salary: $24–$31 per hour, approximately $50,000–$64,000 annually
Role summary

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Engineer I supports the hotel’s day-to-day maintenance and engineering operations. Typical responsibilities include inspecting guest rooms and public areas, responding to maintenance requests, repairing plumbing, electrical, HVAC, lighting, appliances and basic building systems, and completing preventive maintenance schedules. Candidates should have practical experience with building maintenance, mechanical systems or a related trade, along with good troubleshooting and communication skills. A high school diploma or equivalent is generally expected; vocational training or relevant certifications are helpful. The role requires safe working practices, physical ability to lift and work in confined or elevated areas, reliable attendance, and flexibility for weekends, holidays and varied shifts. The successful candidate is guest-focused, dependable and able to work independently while supporting the wider engineering team.

About the employer

Crescent Hotels & Resorts is a U.S.-based hotel management company that operates and supports a broad portfolio of full-service, select-service, resort and independent hotels. Its work covers operations, guest service, food and beverage, sales, finance, human resources and property engineering. Crescent-managed properties commonly operate under well-known hospitality brands, including Marriott and other major hotel groups, while providing local teams with operational and commercial support. The company emphasizes service quality, associate development, responsible business practices and strong hotel performance. At a Hawaii property, an Engineer I would typically work within a resort engineering department, helping maintain guest comfort, safety and the physical condition of the building. Exact ownership, brand affiliation, benefits and employment terms can vary by property and should be confirmed in the individual posting.

What the job usually comes with in Hawaii

Usual for Hawaii, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.

HousingUsually not; rents very high
MealsStaff cafeteria at large resorts
FlightsNone (managers negotiate)
Service chargeF&B service charges go to staff unless guests are told otherwise (by law)
ContractAt will; union rules in Waikiki
LeaveNone by law; employer health insurance (by law)
Income taxFederal 10% to 37% plus state 1.4% to 11%

Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.

Can I work in Hawaii?

How it works: No ordinary visa for hotel jobs; a J-1 traineeship of up to 12 months is the realistic route.

Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.

Official source: USCIS: working in the United States. Checked November 2026.

Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.

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