Job Description

Job Title: Estate Caretaker

Location: Northeast Ohio

Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Reports to: The Facilities Manager

Hours: On-site, Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

About the Estate: We are a premier luxury estate, offering an exclusive and sophisticated environment with multiple buildings and expansive grounds. Our estate is designed to provide a five-star resort experience, where elegance and attention to detail are paramount. We seek a highly skilled, dedicated Estate Caretaker to ensure the property’s appearance and functionality meet the highest standards, akin to world-class resorts.

Job Description: The Estate Caretaker will be responsible for maintaining the beauty, cleanliness, and operational efficiency of the estate grounds, ensuring all facilities and surrounding areas are kept to five-star resort standards. This includes managing the landscaping, upkeep of structures, and daily grounds maintenance for multiple buildings. The ideal candidate will possess strong attention to detail, a passion for excellence, and an exceptional work ethic.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Grounds Maintenance:

• Maintain pristine landscaping, including lawns, flower beds, gardens, trees, and hedges.
• Ensure all outdoor spaces, such as walking paths, pools, terraces, and recreational areas, are cleaned, maintained, and properly landscaped.
• Seasonal planting, pruning, and maintaining outdoor greenery and foliage to ensure vibrant year-round aesthetics.
• Regularly inspect and manage irrigation systems, ensuring they are functioning properly and efficiently.

1. General Estate Maintenance:

• Perform general upkeep of the buildings, including regular cleaning, maintenance, and minor repairs of outdoor structures, patios, and walkways.
• Oversee the estate’s exterior lighting, ensuring proper functioning and optimal lighting ambiance.
• Ensure that all outdoor furniture, decor, and amenities are clean, in good condition, and properly arranged.

1. Pool & Spa Management:

• Ensure the pool and surrounding areas are maintained to pristine standards, including cleaning, water quality testing, and equipment checks.
• Care for outdoor hot tubs, spas, and water features, ensuring all systems are in working order.

1. Equipment & Inventory Management:

• Oversee and maintain estate grounds equipment, ensuring tools and machinery are well-kept and ready for use.
• Keep inventory of landscaping tools, materials, and supplies and coordinate replenishment as needed.

1. Coordination with Estate Management:

• Work closely with the Facilities Manager to coordinate tasks and maintain a well-organized work schedule.
• Report any issues regarding infrastructure, machinery, or safety concerns to management immediately.
• Assist with coordinating any external contractors or service providers when necessary (e.g., pest control, heavy equipment repair).

1. Security & Safety:

• Maintain the safety and security of the grounds, ensuring gates, fences, and outdoor structures are secure.
• Adhere to safety protocols for handling equipment and materials.

1. Guest & Event Support:

• Provide support for private events or visits, ensuring outdoor areas are prepared and maintained.
• Respond promptly to any special requests or needs of guests staying on the estate.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Basic knowledge of household mechanics and construction.
• Basic knowledge of handyman repairs.
• Specialized knowledge relating to property caretaking is a plus (i.e., landscaping, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, etc.).
• Excellent time management and organizational skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Experience working in a luxury setting with high attention to detail.
• Ability to anticipate the needs and desires of the principals and be proactive with property care.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite is a plus.

Other Requirements:

• Work well in a team setting and take direction but also handle projects independently and take initiative.
• Be receptive to constructive feedback and accountability.
• Perform duties outside the normal scope of work to assist other departments as needed.
• Maintain a positive and supportive attitude in the workplace.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working in property caretaking or a similar field.
• Flexibility to work on weekends, holidays, or irregular hours, as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to operate trucks, golf carts, power tools, and landscaping equipment.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as an Estate Caretaker, Groundskeeper, or in a similar role, preferably in a luxury or resort-style environment.
• Strong knowledge of landscaping, gardening, irrigation systems, and outdoor facility maintenance.
• Experience with pool and spa maintenance is preferred.
• Ability to operate and maintain outdoor equipment such as lawnmowers, trimmers, and other landscaping tools.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a passion for excellence in all tasks.
• Physical stamina and ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary (non-exempt) and comprehensive benefits package.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunity to work in a beautiful and exclusive environment with a high level of privacy and prestige.

How to Apply: If you are a dedicated and detail-oriented professional with a passion for estate maintenance and luxury service standards, please submit your resume We look forward to hearing from you!

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