Part Time Groundskeeper/Caretaker needed in Sagaponack, New York. Could be anywhere from 5 hours per week to 40 hours per week, depending on the season. The caretaker would be responsible for day-to-day operations of the property consisting of: 2 - 6bdr/4bath homes, a poolhouse, garages, and two pools over a few acres of land. Including scheduling and overseeing maintenance, repairs, and ongoing projects. This position requires excellent organizational and communication skills, as well as the ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks. The caretaker will also be responsible for providing daily updates to me (the principal's assistant/estate manager) and working together with other household staff.
Responsibilities: - Routine home/grounds maintenance, including plumbing, electrical, mechanical and schedule/oversee service appointments as necessary.
- Maintain records of all service appointments, including estimates, proposals and receipts.
- Coordinate with contractor for renovation, maintenance and repair projects. Oversee any work being performed by contractor in the home and on the grounds and report on completion of work.
- Handle general upkeep: ensure all appliances, light fixtures, cable/internet and security systems are working.
- Other duties associated with the maintenance of the grounds and buildings as assigned by the principal's PA.
- Regular safety inspections of the home and grounds.
- Provide emergency response services as needed.
- Prepare for severe weather by implementing preventive maintenance protocols.
- Move all outdoor furniture into garage/basement for winter; Move all outdoors for summer. During summer, move outdoor cushions inside when principal is not at property, and back out for principal's arrival.
- Occasional errands such as taking vehicles for gas, inspection, or washing, pickup/purchase supplies from hardware stores, etc.
- Respond to the principal's and principal's PA's requests in a timely manner.
Candidate Qualities: - Professional, positive mindset, organized and efficient
- Excellent communicator, multi-tasker with effective problem-solving skills
- Generally, knows what to do, requires minimal direction, and is open to feedback
- Can adjust to and accommodate changing circumstances
- Have previous caretaking experience
- Physical aspects of the job may require heavy lifting, bending, kneeling, stooping, climbing, balancing, and carrying
- Adherence to work-safety and security protocols
$50-$60/hour