Dwight Keola
Honolulu,HI
Summary
Maintenance professional well-versed in managing complex maintenance operations and ensuring high standards of facility upkeep. Proven ability to lead teams effectively and adapt to changing needs. Known for strong problem-solving skills and commitment to reliable results.
Overview
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Certification
46
46
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Director
Ivy @ Hawaii Kai
Honolulu, HI
06.2025 - Current
- Directed preventive maintenance programs for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and life-safety systems.
- Oversaw work order prioritization to maintain safe, reliable facility operations.
- Supervised maintenance staff, assigning daily tasks and reinforcing compliance standards.
- Coordinated vendor services for repairs, inspections, and regulated system testing.
- Monitored building systems to identify issues before service disruptions occurred.
- Improved facility efficiency by implementing preventative maintenance programs and coordinating repair projects.
- Managed a team of technicians, providing training and guidance to ensure high-quality workmanship in all tasks performed.
- Sourced outside contractors for special projects and oversaw bidding and selection processes.
Career Technical Training Manager
Hawaii Job Corps Center
Waimanalo, Hawaii
01.2017 - 06.2025
- Administered program operations, overseeing employment, termination, education, and student training to ensure comprehensive support.
- Supervised vocational instructors and ensured compliance with Department of Labor (DOL) directives including program certifications, career technical training instruction, and direction while maintaining standard safety precautions.
- Tracked and monitored staff training and credentials, ensuring compliance and maintaining center accreditation standards.
- Developed lessons and recommended curricula changes and supplemental materials aligned with national vocational standards to enhance student learning.
- Completed performance evaluations for all assigned staff and students and implemented appropriate remediation plans.
- Administered culturally-competent counseling regarding student issues with behavior, training, and personal problems, and developed personalized improvement plans.
- Enforced zero-tolerance policies and progressive behavior management systems for faculty, staff, and students.
- Managed an annual operational budget of approximately $2,000,000.00.
Career Transition Specialist
Hawaii Job Corps Center
Waimanalo, Hawaii
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Collaborated with national, state, and local agencies, the DOL, and military contractors to establish direct hire pipelines for qualified candidates post-graduation.
- Partnered with national, state, and local agencies, the DOL, and military contractors to create multiple direct hire pipelines for qualified candidates post-graduation.
- Designed workforce development activities to ensure career longevity for employed post-graduates and former enrollees.
- Monitored changes to employment specifications and assessed graduates’ workplace experiences through quarterly surveys and on-site visits.
Property Manager
Komo Mai Realty
Honolulu, Hawaii
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Coordinated rental listing inquiries and landlord-tenant communications to enhance tenant satisfaction.
- Maintained detailed financial records for rent, repairs, maintenance fees, and taxation to ensure compliance and accurate reporting.
- Oversaw daily property operations, ensuring lease compliance, maintenance coordination, and tenant satisfaction.
- Negotiated lease renewals and rental agreements to support occupancy goals and stable revenue.
- Coordinated vendor services, repairs, and inspections to maintain safe, well-kept properties.
Master Chief Petty Officer
United States Navy
Pensacola, Florida
01.1981 - 01.2011
- Directed recruitment initiatives across divisions in Los Angeles, California, Chicago, Illinois, and Pensacola, Florida.
- Developed standard operating procedures for Naval enlistment recruiters, streamlining processes within the Recruiting Command division.
- Demonstrated leadership principles of the United States Navy, fostering a culture of excellence across all service and management levels.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Business Administration
Touro University
Cypress, California01-2011
Skills
- Preventive maintenance
- Maintenance management system
- Facility management
- Mechanical systems
- Lockout/tagout procedures
- Safety protocols
Certification
Microsoft Office Suite, Driver’s License, OSHA 10
Timeline
Maintenance Director
Ivy @ Hawaii Kai
06.2025 - Current
Career Technical Training Manager
Hawaii Job Corps Center
01.2017 - 06.2025
Career Transition Specialist
Hawaii Job Corps Center
01.2014 - 01.2017
Property Manager
Komo Mai Realty
01.2011 - 01.2014
Master Chief Petty Officer
United States Navy
01.1981 - 01.2011
Bachelors of Science - Business Administration
Touro University