Property Caretaker/Groundskeeper

Hands-on caretaker to oversee the day-to-day maintenance, upkeep, and operation of a private property. This role is ideal for a self-motivated individual who takes pride in maintaining grounds, structures, and systems, and who can manage a wide variety of property-related tasks with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities

Grounds & Outdoor Maintenance

• Maintain and operate a greenhouse, including planting, upkeep, and seasonal care.
• Perform routine lawn care, including mowing and general landscape maintenance.
• Conduct wood chipping as needed; company provides a chipper (candidate should be comfortable operating it).
• Maintain and repair sprinkler/irrigation systems.
• Perform general planting and property beautification tasks.
• Maintain chicken coop areas, including cleaning, repairs, and general upkeep.
• Assist with seasonal outdoor projects and improvements.
• Tree trimming as needed.

Property & Facility Maintenance

• Perform general house and building maintenance, including minor repairs and upkeep.
• Complete painting projects as needed (interior and exterior).
• Oversee and maintain pool operations, including basic cleaning, chemical balance, and coordination of any specialized services if required.
• Identify maintenance issues early and proactively address them to prevent larger repairs.
• Coordinate with maintenance team on larger maintenance projects to be completed in a timely manner.
• Keep the equipment barn clean and organized.

Equipment & Operations

• Maintain calendar of regular maintenance tasks to be accomplished.
• Safely operate and maintain property equipment.
• Coordinate transport and use of the woodchipper across the property (note: chipper is provided; other equipment and trailer are not).
• Maintain an organized approach to tools, materials, and supplies.
• Keep a running list of all needed supplies.

General Property Oversight

• Act as a primary point of responsibility for overall property condition and functionality.
• Communicate maintenance needs, project updates, and recommendations clearly and professionally.
• Support ongoing property improvement initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills

• Prior experience in property management, estate maintenance, landscaping, or a similar hands-on role.
• Strong mechanical and general maintenance skills.
• Comfortable working independently and managing a varied workload.
• Ability to operate lawn and maintenance equipment safely.
• Physically able to perform outdoor and manual labor in varying weather conditions.
• Valid driver's license required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60, $70,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person