Compensation: $30-40 per hour, plus OT and overnight pay, plus full medical benefits and 401K.
Schedule: Live-in, Typically 5 days, 40-50 hours a week, will include weekends and some holidays. Flexibility in scheduling to meet the changing demands of the family.
We are seeking an experienced Houseman to provide superior service to very active UHNW family based between Upper Manhattan and Nassau County, NY located on a sizeable estate.
Ideal candidate is a skilled, highly motivated, and detail-oriented professional responsible for the operational management and oversight of the Principal’s primary residences. Working closely with the Estate and Property Managers and collaborate with building managers in city buildings. This role demands excellent communication skills, adaptability, and the ability to collaborate across multiple teams. Must be highly organized and detail-oriented, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously, and committed to maintaining a polished and professional environment for the principal, family members, and guests. Someone with the ability to manage deadlines, set accountability and create a high-functioning, collaborative work environment.
Primary Responsibilities:
Oversee the preservation, upkeep, cleanliness, and sanitation of the primary residence and additional properties.
Regularly monitor and schedule preventative maintenance services.
Ensure adherence to safety operation instructions for all equipment.
Implement safety protocols for severe weather disturbances, including daily monitoring of wind gusts, wind direction, and tide levels, and deploying flood barriers and door flood panels as needed.
Manage contractor relationships, including selection, negotiation of services and material bids, and invoice approval.
Monitor and report issues - electrical and automation systems, audio/visual and telephone systems, HVAC systems, generator, chillers, elevators, pools, BMS…
Monitor indoor climate and humidity levels, adjusting system settings onsite or remotely to achieve desired comfort levels.
Oversee indoor and outdoor pool care and maintenance.
Manage landscaping and ground manicuring duties, irrigation monitoring, and minor repairs.
Prepare properties for indoor/outdoor events.
Responsible for cleanliness of all the outside of the Estate including, power washing, leave blowing, snow removal…
Walk and feed family pet as needed
Drive family members to desired locations as needed
Run errands for family members as needed
Job Requirements:
Minimum of at least 10 years in a private formal home experience.
Current & clean drivers licenses
Excellent communication and time management skills
General knowledge of kitchen equipment and household appliance operations
Must be comfortable around dogs
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