FEATURED JOB OPENING: Mechanically Inclined Couple - Houston, TX

Our company has been in business since 2008. It has a great future and has proved itself to be very resilient against economical down turn. We are currently located close to Sugarland on the border of Stafford and Houston Texas, but are considering relocating the business to the League City area.

We are looking for a self-motivated, energetic, technical/mechanical inclined, financially sound mature team with a proven background of working together to run the day to day operations of our business as well as expanding it. For the right team we will offer training, a fair compensation, participation in a healthcare program,  as well as future incentives which might include a pathway to ownership.

Job Description:

·        Run the day to day operations of the company.

·        Market and expand the company through normal avenues to include all aspects of social media

·        Focused on maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.

·        General Safety and Good Housekeeping of the workplace

·        Bookkeeping, accounting and compliance to the legal aspects of the company (IE Sales Taxes, Employee taxes etc. etc.)

·        Cleaning and testing a specific component in the automotive, motorcycle, marine and industry related gasoline based engines.

·        Repairing and service of High Pressure fuel pumps.

·        Cleaning and testing some diesel based components.

·        Perform with absolute detail and a very high level of accuracy the same task repetitively.

·        Excellent verbal and written communication skills

·        Help customers diagnose and resolve problems via phone support.

Qualifications:

·        Entrepreneurial mind-set

·        2 – 5 years of mid-level management.

·        Fast learner.

·        Good English skills with Spanish a plus

·        Technical / mechanically inclined with a huge plus for understanding how fuel injected engines workor willing to learn.

·        Although not a must experience in late model gasoline based engines , especially in electronic diagnostics will be a huge plus

·        Understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting practises

·        Marketing Skills and a comprehensive understanding of social media marketing or the willingness to master those skills

·        Good basic math skills

Personality traits:

·        Respectable

·        Exceptional work ethic.

·        Entrepreneurial mind-set

·        Honest

·        Reliable

·        Trustworthy

·        Disciplined

·        Punctual

·        Work unsupervised

·        Attention to detail

·        Team oriented

·        Willing to learn

Note:

·        We will perform a complete background and credit check.

·        We will drug test.

Additional Information:

Depending on experiance a starting salary of $60 000.00 - $80 000.00 per years combined is offered.

FEATURED JOB OPENING: Caretakers for Duck Club - Northern California, CA

Couple needed for year around caretaking duties for a duck club in Northern California. Duties include keeping up the facility, equipment and vehicles. Responsibilities include taking care of all meals for the membership (average of 10-15 per meal) during the hunting season on the average of 2-3 days per week. Boating experience is a plus but can be trained.

Full time on site living facilities include satellite TV, internet and phones as well as a private caretakers apartment which consists of three rooms and two baths. All utilities are taken care of and club vehicles are provided. All meals are provided during the 4 month hunting cycle.

Motivated self starters with general skills would love this job. Beautiful views in a remote setting but only 15 minutes away from civilization. Compensation based on experience and knowledge.

Additional information will be forwarded to interested parties.

Compensation: $40,000.00 / year

FEATURED JOB OPENING: Agritourism Partners - Organic Farm in South Carolina - Smyrna, SC

Agritourism Partners - Organic Farm in South Carolina I am seeking a couple as managing partners of an 82 acre farm/ranch in South Carolina. The farm is located in a very small, very rural town, but less than 45 minutes from Charlotte Douglas International Airport.

The farm has been in operation since 2008, but a formal vision and plan were not developed until 2012. Presently the farm has about 30 goats (mostly 100% Purebred New Zealand Kikos), 15 purebred pasture raised Berkshire hogs (five registered), 400 free range layer chickens, 15 Khaki Campbell ducks, 20 native turkeys, two miniature horses, and three huge, but very friendly, Great Pyrenees Live Stock Guard Dogs to protect all of the animals.

We occasionally host families and other small groups and we have conducted an arts & craft fair and a family farm day. The farm is not yet cash flow positive, with the owner (me) making up the shortfall. With good management the operation can be profitable within a few months. The managing partners will receive 100% of all positive cash flow in 2017. Once profitability is reached, compensation will be a 50/50 split of profits, with a potential of $100,000+ to the managers within 4 years.

The position includes a three bedroom/two bath house at no cost to the managers. This house is part of the farm and, as such, the managing partners will be fully responsible for the home. The owner will not function as a landlord. The owner will continue to cover the shortfall until the farm is cash flow positive. However, the successful candidates must be able to live with little income from the farm, except the house, until the farm is profitable. I insist on verification that the new partners can support themselves for a minimum of one year. For this reason, the positions may be perfect for a retired couple.

After an initiation period the managing couple will be completely responsible for operation of the farm and all related business activities. Strategic decisions will be made collaboratively with the owner. My participation will be to pet baby goats and enjoy the farm. The farm represents a capital investment of more than $500,000, which I am making available at no cost to the successful candidates. Forty-three acres are fenced into 5 pastures, with about one third wooded, one third in coastal bermuda, and the remainder in a mix of clover and endophyte free fescue. In place are a barn, a small building suitable for selling farm products, a well rated at 66 GPM (sufficient for truck crop irrigation), a 288 egg incubator, chicken coops and brooders, a tractor (very old), numerous implements (not so old), an ATV, several trailers, a few fruit trees, etc. A newly cleared field of about 8 acres with excellent soil is available for a corn maze, vegetables, berries, fruit trees, etc. Last year we planted about 1000 Christmas trees. We are working on two self-guiding hiking trails, each about one mile in length. Beautiful professional signs will explain the highlights of each trail (see attached photos for an example). The “Heritage Trail” will take visitors by an Indian mound, and Indian grave, and one of the first railroads in the South, Interpretative signs will review the history of the area including alternating control between the Cherokee and the Catawba Indians. The “Farm Trail” will take visitors by the various farm animals (with interpretative signs), the old gold mine, and a old corn crib. All of the basic equipment and infrastructure to operate the farm are in place.

My wife and I own everything free and clear. I believe this is a RARE opportunity for a couple with an interest in organic farming/ranching and Agritourism activities. While the actual farm work can be hard, the key to success are the non-farm aspects of our long term plan. Over the past six years, I have employed four managers all of whom proved excellent at farm operations, but all made little progress in implementing other aspects of our plan which includes marketing our output, farm tours, arts and crafts events, and family camping. My long term vision is a farm based on traditional organic farming techniques with free range animals, fruit trees, berries, vegetables, and an educational camping program. We will market all of our products under our own label directly to the public, and upscale Charlotte restaurants. Naturally we cannot compete in price with large mega farms, so our products will be aimed at the niche market of consumers who are concerned about the introduction of chemicals and hormones into our food and environment. •

Our immediate plan includes: o Complete two self-guided hiking trails o Develop and implement marketing plan for the Berkshire pigs o Increase chicken layer flock to 2,000 o Marketing of 100% New Zealand Kiko breeder stock o Increase duck flock and develop plan for selling duck eggs o Growing flowers for sale o Farm events ? Children farm days ? School tours ? Arts & crafts fairs ? Easter egg hunts ? Halloween nights ? Etc. o Farm Rentals ? Birthday parties ? Weddings ? Outings for civic clubs, churches, environmental groups, etc. ? Etc. Future activities in our long term vision includes: • Farm outlet store • Truck crops • Pick-Your-Own berries, fruits, and vegetables • Christmas trees • Honey • Turkeys and other fowl We are planning a campground to allow families to spend a few days learning about traditional farming and caring for the animals. We have an Indian mound, an Indian grave, and an old gold mine. Samples from the mine have recently been assayed by a major Australian gold company and economically attractive gold levels were confirmed. Consideration is being given to reopening the mine.

I can teach any healthy motivated person all he/she needs to know about farming and caring for the animals. In fact, over the past six years, we have compiled a “cookbook” that gives detailed instructions on all farm duties. Some of the most difficult tasks are moving 50 pound sacks of feed, using a chainsaw to cut up fallen trees, and repairing fences. Rough carpentry (building pens and coops) and repairing small engine equipment (ATV, lawnmower, chainsaw, etc.) are definite positive skills.

The areas where experience is needed are event planning and marketing, specifically: • Developing and implementing marketing plans • Direct selling at farmer’s markets, fairs, flea markets • Sales to upscale restaurants • Planning and conducting events such as craft fairs, children’s events, etc. • Maintaining and updating Internet site, Facebook page, and other social media. • Internet marketing • Internet advertising and promotion. • General PC skills including maintaining our web site and Internet page.

The life of a farmer is very confining, the animals must be tended every day. Caring for the animals and collecting eggs require about two hours per day. For days off and vacation, the manager, at his/her expense, can hire a local person at less than $10 per hour, equating to about $20 for each day you take off. I live about 25 miles away and can always assist in a true emergency. For the first two months or so, I will work very closely with the new managers until they are comfortable with their new positions.

Once you contact me, I will send you much more information including income projections. I will also furnish you our Internet and Facebook access information. The failure to achieve very well defined goals has been discussed present managers and they have been informed that I am looking for replacements. However, they manage our internet sites and I want to avoid candidates attempting to make direct contact via those sites.

South Florida Small Motel Needs Couple - Pompano Beach, FL

We are looking for a mature couple or a single individual with no children for a permanent, live in manager position for a small 9 room motel on the beach in South Florida  to start as soon as posible.

Must be AVAILABLE TO INTERVIEW IN PERSON Februar 20-February 28 .  Bilingual a plus but not required.

You will handle the running of the whole property, from reservations, check in check out, cleaning rooms ,laundry,  maintenance, landscaping and the care of the  swimming pool.

There is no other staff, so you are expected to be able to perform all these duties yourselves.

Must have prior motel or B&B experience. Must have experience in light maintenance  skills.

Strong computer skills are also needed as the reservations system is computerized and there will be online marketing.

.Knowledge of Room Master software would be helpful.  

This is a seven day a week job. It does not require all of your attention all the time, but you must pay attention to details all of the time and be available to the guests. 

Compensation is an Efficiency  apartment, all utilties paid, including phone, direct TV and internet. . On top of that the position pays $1500/month for the couple. 

Self Storage Manager Couple - Boise, ID

SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, Self Storage Managers are responsible for overseeing all aspects of the day-to-day operations of our self-storage facilities. Self Storage Management Couple will float to various storage facilities to fill in for normal days off or vacation days.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

The marginal functions of this position have not been included.  This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties to be performed.  An employee will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by the supervisor and/or manager.

·        General office and clerical skills including telephone sales, record keeping, computer bookkeeping, rentals, vacates, transfers and other customer service needs.

·        Collection of money from customers and daily bank deposits.

·        General maintenance and upkeep of the physical appearance of the property including sweeping, weed control, painting, cleaning, minor door or building repairs, trash removal and replacement of accessible light bulbs.

·        Cleaning and general upkeep of the property apartment, office and restrooms.

·        Understanding and compliance with all operational policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Policy Manual.

·        Merchandise sales, inventory and supply requisitions.

·        Reporting to the Home Office whenever required.

·        Upkeep and care of the golf cart, tools, computer equipment and other company equipment.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, both members of the Self Storage Manager Team must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the specific knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

·        High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

·        Previous experience in a customer service related industry.

CERTIFICATES/LICENSES/REGISTRATIONS:

·        Must possess a valid standard driver’s license, currently registered motor vehicle in reliable working order and insurance.

SKILLS:

·        Excellent customer service skills.

·        Strong interpersonal and communication skills – both written and verbal.

·        Proficiency with Windows based personal computer applications.

·        Ability to read and interpret instructions, documents such as rental agreements, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and policy manuals.

·        Basic mathematical skills including the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.

·        Ability to apply common sense, good judgment and offer solutions in dealing with problems.

·        Must be organized, efficient and professional at all times.

·        Must be reliable, honest and trustworthy.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

·        Duties are performed in both an inside and outside environment where employees are regularly required to stand, walk, sit, bend, reach, stoop and climb steps.

·        Employees are regularly required to perform physical activities such as sweeping, mopping, weeding and occasional lifting or moving boxes, office equipment up to 50 lbs

·        Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

·        Employees regularly work in both inside and outside weather conditions and may occasionally be exposed to dust or airborne particles and extreme temperatures.

·        The noise level in with work environment is usually moderate

·        Additional Duties included but not limited to:

·        Opening doors (both man door and garage style doors)

·        Visually Checking locks 

·        Pulling on each lock to ensure it is secure

·        Sweeping, using broom/dust pan and/or blower, vacant units and hallways

·        Picking up trash around facility

·        Spraying weeds using a sprayer (handheld and/or attached to golf cart)

·        Removing cob webs on buildings, doors, and around lights, using a brush

·        Shoveling and/or using a snow blower

·        Sweeping and mopping office floor

·        Driving a golf cart around facility

·        Driving car to bank and other facilities         

·        Striping parking area (once a year) with a striping machine 

Houseparent Couple (Relief) - Ellensburg, WA

If you are looking for a unique opportunity—we have something special to offer you!

We are seeking a responsible, caring married couple to become our relief houseparent's. We are located in Ellensburg,and our facility was specifically designed and created to promote independent living for four young men with autism and other developmental disabilities. Our mission is to provide a life-sharing home focusing on living as independently as possible in a safe, caring homelike environment.

Our care philosophy emphasizes encouragement and positive reinforcement with support and respect for each resident.

Our relief houseparent's are responsible for overseeing their established daily routines while the primary houseparent’s are away from the home. We strive to integrate daily opportunities that a typical person might experience into a unifying whole, so that life is truly as rich and fulfilling as possible.

Position Salary: $31,360 per couple; which includes bi-annual salary increases along with a comprehensive benefit package and private off-site housing w/utilities.

Work Schedule: Our relief houseparent’s are scheduled to work nine days a month. In addition to the nine days the relief parents will work a total of twenty additional days throughout the year to cover primary houseparent's vacations.

Additional opportunities to earn further compensation will be offered.

Qualifications: •Must meet the training requirements to become a Washington State Individual Care Provider (IP).

Each relief houseparent will complete 75 hrs. paid training to meet the requirements. Employment shall be contingent upon the results of a Washington State background check. Must have a valid Driver's License and First Aid/CPR certification. •A high school diploma or equivalent; experience working with developmentally disabled individuals preferred but, not required.

•Physically and mentally capable of performing the requirements of each residents care plan which includes preparing and cooking meals.

•Ability to recognize natural teaching opportunities and act on them. Ability to handle personal care tasks with sensitivity.

•Must be reliable, flexible and have the ability to work in a team environment.