Experienced full-time Houseman needed for a private luxury estate in the NYC area (Manhattan).
The ideal candidate will thrive in a culture of high standards and adapt easily to changes in routine. Looking for a collaborator with excellent people skills, a straightforward communication style, and the ability to reflect the family’s values when interacting with others.
The position requires a high level of organization, attention to detail, and proactivity. It also requires discretion, maturity, and overall good judgment.
The Houseman will assist with general maintenance tasks, perform basic repairs, and oversee cosmetic upkeep of interior and exterior spaces. The successful candidate will possess the ability to complete a high volume of tasks and projects of varying complexity, have impeccable attention to detail and solid judgment, and respond with an appropriate level of urgency to situations and events that require a quick response or turnaround.
The Houseman is a collaborative, hands-on position that works closely with others to anticipate and respond to the family’s and their guests’ needs. Confidentiality and discretion are of paramount importance.
Primary Responsibilities
The Houseman will report directly to the Estate Manager and collaborate closely with other
household staff. Typical tasks will include, but are not limited to:
- Duties include daily maintenance and facilities tasks, and preventative maintenance
checks within the interior & exterior of the property. - Assist with all exterior and interior furnishings, lights, water features, fireplaces, cooking
areas, and mechanical spaces. - Maintain, repair, and alert the Estate Manager & Faculties Technician of any needed maintenance within the interior & exterior areas of the property.
- Assist the Facilities Manager with vendors, small projects and tasks that arise.
- Assist the Housekeeping team as needed.
- Assistance with receiving and distributing daily packages.
- Assist with client service, setting up areas for client use, including table setting and
decor, and working with the team to rearrange rooms. - Running errands.
- Other duties, special requests and projects as requested.
Qualifications - Minimum five years houseman experience, preferably for larger high-end homes.
- Experience with data devices and communicating with smartphones.
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Willingness to work occasionally weekends/evenings as needed.
- Professional in appearance and demeanor always.
- Valid, unrestricted driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- Successful completion of a thorough background investigation and reference check.
Schedule:
This is a non-exempt full-time position. Candidate must be flexible and willing to work weekends and potentially on Holidays. Schedule is generally (5) days a week (Monday-Friday) while the client and/or guests are not on-site. When clients are in the residence, hours will increase/change as needed just before, during and after a client visit; long hours should be expected during these times.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to work prolonged periods standing, walking, bending, and lifting.
- Physical stamina and must be able to climb and descend stairs and ladders safely.
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors, in inclement weather and in fluctuating and extreme
temperatures. - Must be able to lift up to fifty pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
Email your resume to colonialagency@gmail.com