Groundskeeper | Gardener | Handyman – Houston, TX

Location: Houston, TX (I-10 &  Lopp 610)
Schedule:  TBD/Open to Discussion
Compensation: $25 – $30/hour
Benefits: 20 days PTO, Paid Holidays

Overview

A young and growing family in west Houston is looking for a property caretaker to care for their newly constructed home and grounds.  The family is a down-to-earth Texas family with strong roots that value the people around them.

The ideal candidate will have a strong history of grounds and property care and can ensure the grounds and household mechanicals are cared for.  They will be self-motivated, articulate, and able to cultivate a positive relationship with the principals and vendors.  Additional responsibilities will include basic household maintenance and minor repairs.  We are searching for a jack of all trades that will enjoy cultivating a beautiful environment.

Requirements

• 5 years industry experience
• Non-Smoker
• Valid driver’s license with clean record
• Valid Passport
• Capable of passing extensive background check and BAI interview
• Strong communicator, both written and verbal
• High level of discretion, loyalty, integrity, and honesty
• Highly organized & excellent eye for detail.
• Punctuality
• Strong English and Communication skills

Duties & Key Success Factors

• Communicate property needs to Principals on a regular basis
• Highly organized & an excellent eye for detail.
• Mowing (weekly in winter, bi-weekly in summer)
• Bed cleaning
• Pruning, trimming, deadheading, and replacement of dead plants.
• Seasonal planting
• Sprinkler system maintenance and repair (PVC knowledge)
• Pool and pool equipment maintenance/diagnostics
• Exterior cleaning (driveways, patios, doorways, light fixtures, gates, garages)
• Property walks to check fencing and poison ivy and poison oak.
• Non-Toxic Chemical use knowledge
• Transport vehicles for maintenance as needed.
• Heavy lifting
• Furniture & toy assembly and general household repairs.
• Special project help
  • Cleaning and maintenance of “outbuildings/structures”
  • Property clearing as needed
  • Holiday decor

Other Considerations

While the ideal candidate will fill all the above requirements and success factors, the families are willing to provide training resources to a candidate that fills 90% and demonstrates a positive outlook and strong work ethic.

Social Media: Pictures of the children, the residence(s) and/or other assets should never be posted to social media at any time. Any pictures taken for information or informative purposes should be deleted after sending.  If a backup is needed, the photo should be uploaded to the family’s cloud drive and immediately deleted from the device.

Punctuality: It is absolutely required that the Principals can count on you 100% and that you are punctual in getting to the residence for your assigned hours.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 60 pounds
• Frequent bending, stooping, and stretching
• Ability to negotiate a multi-story house with stairs many times a day
• Ability to use a ladder up to 6’