Live-out or Live-in Estate Caretaker

Job Description

Job Description

Position: Live-out or Live-in Estate Caretaker

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7am – 4:30pm

Location: Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA

Salary: $90,000 – $105,000 DOE plus health and vacation benefits

Overview:

A private family is seeking a reliable, dedicated and experienced Caretaker to oversee the maintenance and operation of a private estate. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in estate and/or property management, possess excellent organizational and communication skills, have a keen eye for detail, and be capable of managing multiple tasks efficiently. The Caretaker will be responsible for ensuring the property is well-maintained and operates smoothly, providing a comfortable and pristine environment for the estate owners and their guests.

Responsibilities:

· Property Maintenance:

o Oversee and ensure the overall upkeep and maintenance of the estate, including buildings, grounds, recreational facilities, and storage facility.

o Perform routine inspections and maintenance of mechanical systems, including plumbing systems, electrical systems, and HVAC.

o Removing recycling and waste weekly and as requested. This includes shipping crates and containers. Waste disposal may require a trip to the transfer station.

o Assisting with vehicles as requested.

· Property Management:

o Coordinate and supervise vendors, contractors, and service providers for repairs, renovations, and special projects. Ensuring work meets household standards and the family is not disturbed by work.

o Handle administrative responsibilities such as record-keeping of maintenance activities, inventories, scheduling, and correspondence related to estate management.

o Liaise with the estate owners to ensure their preferences and requirements are met.

o Maintain amicable relationships with neighbors and local tradesmen.

o Ensuring unauthorized individuals are promptly and politely escorted off property.

· Landscaping and Grounds:

o Collaborate with the Landscaper to ensure the grounds are manicured and aesthetically pleasing.

o Execute landscaping activities: including lawn care, tree maintenance, etc.

o Maintenance and set up of pool, lawn furniture, and tennis court.

o Maintenance of lawn machines, equipment and tools; including record keeping on repairs.

o Responsible for snow removal (some odd hours may be necessary during the snow season).

· Additional Duties:

o Handle any other tasks as requested by the estate owners.

o Maintain confidentiality and respect the privacy of the estate owners and guests.

o Assisting the other household staff (Estate Manager, Landscaper, Housekeeper) as needed.

o Assistance with family dog.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Proven experience in estate management, property maintenance, or a related field.

· Strong knowledge of property maintenance, including HVAC (commercial HVAC systems experience), plumbing systems, electrical systems, pool maintenance, general repairs, and general handyman tasks.

· Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

· Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with estate owners and staff.

· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and as part of a team.

· Flexibility to work irregular hours and be on-call as needed, including some evenings and weekends.

· High level of discretion and confidentiality.

· Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.