What are the responsibilities and job description for the Property Caretaker position at Land Owner?
Job Summary
We are seeking a Property Caretaker to provide 12 hours of work in exchange for free housing (studio apartment), on a beautiful 5-acre property near Yosemite National Park. Optional agreed upon additional hours will be paid. This minimum 1 year contract position with a 3-month trial period, is perfect for an individual who has remote internet work or is an active retired person, or can obtain part-time work in the local area. Primary work is maintaining a well-fenced Mediterranean drip-irrigated landscape planting. Security and nightly presence necessary during fire season and when owners are away. No pets, illicit drugs, smoking, drunkenness, or drama. Owners are friendly, calm, and have integrity and a work ethic, and expect the same.
Responsibilities
- Duties vary around weather and include irrigation and fire system maintenance, landscape care, weed-eating, and ride mowing.
- Consistent presence at night during fire season required, with more time away in the late spring and fall.
- Owners will provide some training, but individual needs to be a self-starter, neat, organized, and able to communicate in-person and by email in owners absence.
- Caretaker must have own transportation. If repair materials need to be obtained, owner will reimburse caretaker for materials and pickup mileage.
- Safe driving record and minimal driving duties utilizing owner's vehicle.
Skills
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate remotely with owners.
- Computer and online record keeping skills
- Calm nature with a genuine desire to seek solutions to problems that my arise.
- Coordination of working hours with owner and flexibility a plus.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: Free studio apartment in exchange for 12 hours of property care per week. Additional paid work optional.
Expected hours: No less than 12 hours per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Initial on-the-job training by owners
Schedule:
- Day shift
Work Location: In person on property
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 12 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- On-the-job training
Schedule:
- Day shift
Application Question(s):
- Are you able to relocate to North Fork, CA
- Do you have a reliable vehicle?
- Would you feel comfortable living in a rural area?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $25