Ranch hand, new operation

Posted: 12/23/2023

Hi,

 looking to start a new ranch with my wife. Starting on 35 acres and looking to grow. I have a full time job so I need the help of an experienced hand. 

Live in Domestic Couple, Oxfordshire, circa £70k+ depending on experience, accommodation provided

We have a lovely opening for a domestic couple on a stunning, historic estate close to Oxford.
The previous couple have been with the family for many years and sadly the time has come for them to retire. The family are looking to replicate this long term, happy working relationship and find a dedicated, experienced couple to step in and take up the reins. The position is divided between housekeeping and maintenance duties, working closely with the tight knit, supportive team.

The household is traditional, but not overly formal so the ideal candidates will be discreet and professional yet relaxed and friendly. The accommodation provided is a 2-bedroom self-contained apartment with a large kitchen, sitting room, separate entrance and utility bills covered.

The position is full time, 5 days per week to include Saturdays and Sundays as the property is mainly in used at weekends and some longer stays throughout the year.

Housekeeping Duties:

Household care, cleaning, organising, and managing

Laundry and ironing

Silver polishing and care for the family china

Cleaning and caring for household valuables including art and rugs

Flower arranging and table setting with flowers from the garden

Laying fires, cleaning the fireplace, and booking the annual chimney sweep service

Preparing for arrival of visitors, welcoming them, and caring for their various needs

Detailed attention to the preparation and presentation of the bedlinens and bathrooms

Wardrobe management, including delicate laundry care

Making household purchases

Supporting the family chef for food/grocery orders and deliveries

Table service (formal and informal)

Covering events in Oxford and London (service, cleaning)

Cook small meals if the chef is not present (the chef works weekends so this is an occasional requirement)

Liaison with the London team including the PA and housekeeper

Happy to help care for the family dog

Maintenance Duties:

Pre arrival checks to make sure all is in order before visits

Overseeing and managing contractors

Fulfil handyman jobs throughout the Estate and keep an eye on all maintenance issues

Fulfil duties in the household, such as changing light bulbs, picture hanging, light maintenance, and repairs, etc.

Maintaining all household appliances and gym equipment

Supporting the tenants where needed in the rental properties

Producing monthly water and electrical readings

Checking the water pump reservoir everyday 

First point of contact for all household queries 

Running errands and shopping

Oversee maintenance of the swimming pool 

Pro-actively managing pest control

Oversee security concurrently with the security company and night guards

Setting and maintaining all alarms 

Ensure all annual services are kept up to date (Boilers etc.)

Making sure that the vehicles are always immaculately maintained

Helping with events in Oxford and London

Supporting the housekeeper

Assisting with Christmas decorations

Full UK Driving licence

Requirements:

Good level of spoken and written English

Relevant hospitality or private household experience

Full clean driving licence

Excellent, checkable references

Right to work in the UK

Start date: ASAP
Salary & Benefits: circa £70,000 gpa with flexibility for more experienced candidates

Permanent Live in Couple or Single Houseman required for magnificent Chalet in Megeve, France

We are looking for an experienced domestic Couple or single Houseman/ Butler/ Gardien for a beautiful chalet in Megeve. The role covers the usual blend of household duties; ensuring the property is kept in good order when the Principals are not in residence, taking care of diy tasks and looking after the garden as well as the day to day housekeeping. 

When the Principals are in residence (approx 3 months of the year), the role would focus more on cooking, front of house service and looking after the family and their guests. You would be in charge of provisioning, ad hoc driving duties and making sure everyone is well looked after.

This role would suit candidates who are looking for a long term, permanent position in the French Alps.

You might have a background in chalet, villa or yacht management or may have worked in a high-end restaurant environment.

Duties & Responsibilities:

-General property maintenance

-Ad hoc driving duties

-Butler duties

-Front of house/table service

-Upkeep of wine cellar

-Maintaining outside areas with assistance from garden contractor

-Cultivating vegetable garden

-Cooking

-Shopping, menu planning

-Cleaning and laundry

Requirements:

-Prior experience working in a private household or perhaps a yachting background

-Tech savvy and computer literate

-Non Smoker

-Full, clean driving licence

-Fully vaccinated

-Working level of spoken and written French

-Ability to live and work full time in France

Accommodation provided: charming 2 bed cottage with living/dining area, and heated parking space.

Start date: ASAP

Salary: €35-45k gross per annum, per person depending on experience

RV Repair/Maintenance Person(s) - Poplar Bluff, MO

Need RV Repair/Maintenance person or couple for campground.

FEATURED JOB OPENING: ONSITE Property Management Team - Oregon/Washington State

Are you passionate about property management and thrive in diverse, community-oriented environments? Join our team as an Onsite Property Management Team for our manufactured home communities across Washington and Oregon. We are seeking enthusiastic individuals or teams to contribute to the success and well-being of our communities.

Qualifications:

- Computer Literacy: Proficiency in Office 365 and willingness to learn and utilize property management software.
  
- Excellent Communication: Ability to engage effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Strong verbal skills and attentive listening are essential.

- Attention to Detail: Ability to manage multiple tasks with precision and accuracy.

- Reliability: Dependable, responsible, and committed to delivering consistent results.

- Transportation Requirements: Possession of a valid driver's license, insurance, and access to reliable transportation.

- Positive Attitude: Ability to maintain optimism and positivity in all situations.

- Legal Compliance: Willingness to undergo training to stay updated on landlord-tenant laws and manufactured home community regulations.

- Industry Knowledge: Experience or understanding of the Manufactured Housing Industry is advantageous.

Benefits:

- All Basic Utilities Paid
- Basic Internet and Cable
- Monthly Salary
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Bonus Opportunities

Couples and teams are encouraged to apply.

Application Process:

If you meet these qualifications and are excited about the prospect of contributing to our communities, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining why you're the perfect fit for this position. We eagerly anticipate connecting with you to discuss this opportunity further.

Please note: Credit and background checks will be conducted at no cost to applicants. Additionally, drug testing may be requested.

Join us in creating vibrant, thriving communities and making a positive impact in the lives of our residents.

FEATURED JOB OPENING: Security and Caretakers - Casper, WY

This is a two-person full time position that is responsible for physical security, maintenance, and care of corporate assets in Casper, Wyoming with additional responsibility for services requested by Partners of True affiliated companies. These responsibilities include care and maintenance of buildings and facilities, housing, housekeeping, grounds, animals, equipment, machinery, and security/utility systems. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation.

Security

• Provides security and care for people and property in Casper, Wyoming.
• Monitors and maintains security alarm systems, performs routine and special security checks at specific facilities in Casper and Glenrock.
• Monitors entrance to buildings and grounds; secures locks and other devices to prevent access by unauthorized persons.
• Maintains a general awareness of vehicles and persons that enter the properties.
• Maintains a daily log of occurrences including suspicious vehicles, trespassing events, power outages, alarms, and events resulting in damage to property.
• Ensures doors and windows are secured when residences and outbuildings are not occupied.
• During emergencies and potential security events, independently takes initiative to call for assistance from law enforcement, fire, or other first responders.
• Assists fire, law enforcement, or medical emergency personnel that may respond to emergencies on the property.
• Tactfully deals with visitors to the property.
• Informs the Owners and the Director of Security of any event or situation that may impact the safety and well-being of the residents of the property.

 Caretaker

• Performs all required ground-keeping and garden duties including flower beds, planting, mowing, trimming, weeding, yard and tree fertilizing, watering, and maintaining the irrigation and sprinkler systems as necessary or directed.
• Provides house cleaning and maintenance on a regular basis; and provides periodic help with cleaning, cooking, laundry and staffing functions at various locations.
• Provides personal services provided to Partners and affiliates by Brick & Bond.
• Puts up indoor and outdoor seasonal decorations as required and outdoor lights on various houses and outbuildings; takes decorations down and returns them to storage.
• Ensures all necessary equipment is winterized and winter equipment is in good working order for the winter season.
• Removes snow as necessary for all facilities to ensure 24/7 emergency access. Puts up, takes down, and maintains the snow fences.
• Handles maintenance and repair for assigned facilities; provides preventive maintenance and minor repair work for all operating equipment. May hire additional third-party support with proper approvals prior to engagement.
• Watches and listens for malfunctioning machinery, equipment, appliances, etc.; reports current problems or anticipated problems; repairs by own discretion or calls for outside service, as authorized.
• Feeds and handles livestock and other animals as required. This will include dogs at various houses when services are required.
• Maintains the domestic water and sewer systems, water wells, and yard and pasture irrigation systems.
• Hauls away and properly disposes of household and area trash.
• Maintains fences and, when appropriate, builds new fences.
• Manages weed control program, including herbicide application which might require an applicator's license and physically chopping some noxious weeds.
• Checks each structure when unoccupied, not less than every other day during good weather and every day during poor weather assuring security and maintenance.
• Feeds and medicates animals on a case-by-case basis. Hires additional help or professionals such as vets and farriers only with advance approval unless in an emergency. Feeds livestock and dogs as part of daily chores, frequently outside the normal 8:00 to 5:00 workdays.
• Resides in housing provided with immediate family only. Keeps house and yard in clean and orderly condition. House inspection shall be allowed per housing policy. Such residence is required to monitor area and maintain full time observation of security systems.
• Keeps personal pets and other animals only as approved on a case-by-case basis; adheres to condition that, in no case will animals be allowed which are dangerous, uncontrolled, or interfere with pets, horses, or other animals of family members.
• Keeps records of routine purchases such as supplies, parts, feed, seed, gasoline, etc. and submits on a regular basis; orders replacement stock as needed and authorized.
• Communicates and cooperates with True family members, their guests, customers, and employees, outside service agents, and if applicable, law enforcement agencies to maintain a secure, courteous, and professional environment.
• Prepares and communicates a forward-looking budget to anticipate major maintenance and/or repairs requiring prior approval. Tracks budget to actual monthly and makes reports to property management team as directed.  

Qualifications

• A high school diploma with relevant work experience or training; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willing and able to work extended hours and weekends.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license with a good Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) history.
• English language fluency, verbal and written.
• Acceptable results of a pre-employment background check and drug/alcohol test.

Benefits

This is a full-time position with a competitive wage, 100% funded profit sharing plan, family health plan, dental insurance, vision insurance, paid vacation, basic life insurance, voluntary life insurance, identity theft protection benefit, short term disability, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) - Roth and Traditional with employer match and incentives.

Brick and Bond is an Equal Opportunity Employer -Vets, Disability