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Seeking Live-In Caretaker Couple for Vineyard Property in South Okanagan BC

We require a non-smoking, care-taking couple to maintain our large guesthouse, along with the domestic lawns and gardens, on our private 5 acre organic vineyard in Oliver, BC.

We need a mature, energetic couple whose kids have left the nest, to live in a lovely furnished farmhouse provided on the property.

Must love sun, physical activity, gardening & be detail oriented. No knowledge of viticulture necessary, as our vineyard managers will still maintain the grapes. We need a good handy-person & organized manager duo to help with property upkeep & the main house. It's busiest during the summer weeks, and the caretaking team would be in charge of organizing cleaning the guesthouse between arrivals and departures. Candidates should enjoy meeting new people. Ideally one or both could have part-time or casual work. Hired additions to the maitenance/cleaning team from the local community is encouraged. Paid hourly wages and reduced rent. Duties would include lawn mowing (ride-on), pool maintenance & general grounds cleanup and upkeep. Various other jobs/projects are often available for more earnings. Little work is required during the winter months, October - April, so the care-taking couple can absolutely take some holidays, provided we all work together to get someone to house-sit. Hoping for at least a 2 year commitment.

FEATURED JOB OPENING: The Cabins at Historic Columbine - Clark, CO

The Cabins at Historic Columbine was originally established as a gold mining town in the late 1800’s. We are a historic district on the National Register of Historic Places. We operate as a resort with 14 historic cabins and an authentic general store.

We are in search of a couple, or two very compatible individuals to share housekeeping, general store, food trailer, reservation office and maintenance duties for 25 to 35 hours per week starting in late May and ending in late October. Compensation includes housing and will start at $15.00 per hour ($13.75 per hour with a $1.25 per hour bonus paid at the end of the employment period).

Our general store is open daily with traffic from our guests as well as tourists visiting the local state parks or hiking the numerous trails in the area. Our cabins are all unique and range from a single room with no bathroom to 3 bedrooms with multiple bathrooms. We have a modern lodge with restrooms, showers, and a gaming area that includes pool, ping pong, and foosball. The property also includes a commercial kitchen that is available to rent for events and gatherings. We cut and split all of our firewood from the property and surrounding area. Beyond housekeeping and maintenance, our summer project goals include, but are not limited to: staining cabins; remodeling cabins, building an interpretive historic hiking trail; updating and expanding landscaping and vegetation around the property; and forest cleanup including felling trees and splitting wood.

The ideal candidates should enjoy living remotely in the mountainous outdoors. Housekeeping of our cabins is a significant portion of the duties and our cleaning standards are high. Attention to detail is key. Excellent guest/people skills are required, along with the ability to work with a small number of seasonal and resident staff. We are located at an elevation of 8,700 feet and duties are physically demanding. Opportunity exists to transition into a winter caretaker role.

Housing

A fully-furnished studio apartment with loft sleeping area, bathroom, kitchenette, and laundry facilities are provided. Bed linens, pillows, towels and all utilities are included. Pet friendly. Damage deposit required.

Getting Here and Getting Around

The Cabins are located 29 miles northwest of Steamboat Springs, Colorado. We request that you have your own reliable transportation. It is a 45-minute drive to the closest major grocery store.

For Fun

North Routt County is an outdoor enthusiast paradise. Hiking, biking, fishing, standup paddleboarding, and kayaking are just a few on the opportunities in the area. We are located just minutes away from some of the most amazing parks and wilderness areas in Colorado: Steamboat Lake State Park, Pearl Lake State Park, Hahns Peak Lake, the Zirkel Wilderness, and Routt National Forest. Steamboat Lake is one of three lakes in Colorado to carry a gold medal designation for fishing. For off-roading enthusiasts, we have direct access from our property to hundreds of miles of 4x4 trails in the Routt National Forest.

Steamboat Springs is a quaint ski town with great restaurants and interesting shops. There are weekly rodeos, local festivals, free concerts, farmers markets, and many other events throughout the summer.

Culture & Atmosphere

The Cabins at Historic Columbine is a small, family owned business located in the Routt National Forest and at the base of Hahns Peak. We are small and remote yet busy during the summer months and throughout hunting season.

We are laid back, mountain people who love providing an enjoyable vacation for those wanting to escape to the wilderness.

Our mission is to preserve the historical charm of Columbine while providing an unforgettable guest experience.

We are completely off grid for all guests – they come to “unplug and unwind” and enjoy Colorado at 8,700ft.

FEATURED JOB OPENING: Manager/Maintenance Team Needed for Small Apartment Complex - Fort Morgan, CO

Sollenberger Properties LLC is a Property Management company based in Colorado. We are currently in need of a property manager/maintenance team in Fort Morgan, Colorado. Fort Morgan is a quaint rural town just east of the Front Range, about one hour from Greeley and and an hour and fifteen minutes from Denver. Pioneer Apartments is a 24 unit apartment community. It is subsidized by the USDA and LIHTC, so most of the tenants receive subsidy for their rent. We own and manage several apartments in rural communities like this throughout Colorado and the country and have been for over 40 years. Our mission is to provide good homes for those in need and our staff makes that mission possible.

OUR IDEAL MANAGER CANDIDATE has experience as an Apartment Manager, preferably with Affordable Housing programs (LIHTC, HUD programs or USDA-Rural Development). They possess the ability to work independently, motivate themselves, be proactive and have a "get the job done right" attitude. They should be able to do the tasks listed below, or easily learn them. They should be proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel), Google Apps (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Drive) and be able to learn a Property Management-related software. They should have a reliable vehicle and valid DL.

OUR IDEAL MAINTENANCE PERSON has experience with property maintenace. They should be able to diagnose and fix things across many trades; plumbing, carpentry, painting, electrical, irrigation, etc. They should be able to turn units well and quickly. They also should possess the ability to work independently, motivate themselves, be proactive and have a "get the job done right" attitude.

APARTMENT MANAGER REQUIRED TASKS
• Comply with all Fair Housing Laws
• Hold office hours to meet with tenants, listen to complaints and facilitate action as necessary
• Collect and deposit rents
• Maintain rent roll and administer fees and notices as needed
• Distribute recertification notices and packets
• Complete certifications as directed by Compliance manager
• Complete End of Month items as directed
• Contact minority, senior, disabled and family organizations and record on
Community Contact Form
• Administer and properly keep wait-list
• Perform Move ins and Move outs
• Maintain tenant files as directed by compliance staff
• Work with compliance officer to submit certifications on time
• Facilitate Unit turns with maintenance staff (unit should be turned and rented within 14 days)
• Collect Invoices and submit them to Accounting for payment
• Adhere to apartment budget
• Work with/direct maintenance staff to cure maintenance requests
• Field emergency calls during after hours
• Look for any damage or problems with buildings or grounds to relay to maintenance staff
• Check laundry rooms, hallways and restrooms for cleanliness and trash.
• Check maintenance request form locations for tenant issues and provide adequate forms to relay to maintenance staff
• Follow and enforce all rules and regulations contained in the lease and attachments
• Write and distribute lease violations to violators as directed by compliance staff
• Monitor tenant’s entryways and windows for rule violations
• Monitor parking lot for unlicensed, inoperable, or non-tenant vehicles
• Pick up debris and trash as necessary
• (SUMMER) Help find and supervise lawn maintenance
• (WINTER) Help find and/or supervise the removal of snow and ice from all sidewalks, and parking areas including between cars. We expect the entire width of the sidewalks to be cleared. Snow removal should be completed by 8:00A.M. If it snows during the day, remove snow periodically and apply ice melt to keep the sidewalks safe for tenant use. Monitor snow removal contractor responsible for clearing main parking lot area.
• Help supervise subcontractors while onsite.
• Prepare for and be available for Inspections with Subsidizing Agency (RD, LIHTC)
• Conduct unit inspections twice a year
• Attend training's/conferences as instructed
* Note – This list is not all inclusive and is intended as a guideline

APARTMENT MAINTENANCE REQUIRED TASKS

Comply with all Fair Housing Laws
Responsible for the overall maintenance of the apartment complex and all areas related to the day‐to‐day maintenance operations of the community.
Electrical, plumbing, carpentry, masonry, and painting.
Repair structures such as showers, sinks, appliances, doors/cabinets, walls and building exteriors.
Make ready units for new move‐ins including painting and repairing walls, trim, repairing drawers and cabinets, as necessary.
Have a working knowledge of HVAC systems and be able to maintain and repair them.
Schedule and complete preventative maintenance program.
Maintain and clean exterior common areas of property, including picking up trash and disposing of it daily.
Snow Removal including shoveling, snow blowing sidewalks,
Coordinate special projects as directed.
maintain a professional and courteous manner with residents, visitors, contractors and fellow employees
have the ability to follow oral and written instructions
maintain effective and cooperative working relationships.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS for consideration are: a High School diploma or equivalent, possess an operating vehicle and license to drive, English language proficiency (read, speak and write), and the ability to pass a full background check. Must have compassion to help individuals in need of housing assistance.

SALARY- Depends on Experience but will be competitive and fair. We offer health insurance for employees that qualify. If the ideal candidate would like to live on site, we can incorporate housing into a salary structure as well.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Northern Maine: Take care of a beautiful home in exchange for housing and utilities.

I've accepted a job in New Mexico and I need to sell my home in Saint Francis, Maine. Saint Franics is an international border town across the river from Canada. You would live in the house and take care of it until it sells. The real estate agent would call you at least 24 hours before any showing takes place.

You don't need to help directly with showings, just make sure the home is clean and tidy before any prospective buyer and the real estate agent arrives. During each showing you can go over to the next town (Fort Kent) for grocery shopping, visiting the bookstore, restaurants, etc., for 45 minutes to an hour, so the real estate agent and prospective buyer can have privacy to view all aspects of the property. The home has been on the market for two months and only one showing so far, so not a lot of action, but might be a bit more in the spring and summer. Houses sometimes sit for a year or more before selling in this area, but of course there are exceptions. It had been on the market for about 18 months when I bought it. So who knows. Could sell in 3 months or take more than a year, it's really hard to know.

Utilities will be paid for:

Electric

Heating oil

High-speed internet

Water

Saint Francis has a self-serve transfer station for garbage. There is a drop-off point about a 5 minute drive from the house. It is open on Saturdays. You can arrange for weekly garbage pickup at home, but I have never used that service. By the time you wheel the garbage bin to the end of the driveway (and then have to wheel it back after pick-up), you essentially could have driven to the transfer station and dropped it off yourself in a few minutes. However, to get to the transfer station, a 4x4 vehicle is recommended during the winter because it's at the top of a rather steep hill, so if you don't have a 4 wheel drive vehicle, the pick-up service is recommended. A few people do brave the hill with 2 wheel drive, but it can be pretty dicey depending on the amount of snowfall. The road is plowed every snowfall (local taxes hard at work) but the last bit of the road to the transfer station isn't salted because it's not paved so it amounts to driving on packed snow. Some people who have 2 wheel drive stack garbage bags in the garage during winter and let them freeze, and then take it all to the transfer station in the spring.

The house is partially furnished and it is being sold with the furniture in place, so no need to bring anything other than blankets and pillows. Furnishings are as follows:

Big screen smart TV (65") with internet

Recliner couch

Kitchen table and chairs

Refrigerator

Various kitchen appliances

Minimal / basic dishes and utensils

Toaster

Microwave

Stovetop range and standard oven

Brand new large capacity Washer

Dryer

Lazy Boy reading recliner

Dresser

Bookshelf

Computer Desk with 21 inch monitors x 3

Console stand

Boot bench in the mudroom

Small couch in the all-season porch

2 cots in the master bedroom (a larger inflatable bed for better comfort is also available, but is not set up at present).

The nearest town with a large grocery store is Fort Kent, about 20 minutes away. https://stores.hannaford.com/me/fort-kent/8453

Fort Kent also has a small ski area called Lonesome Pines: https://www.lonesomepines.org/

Because it's pretty remote up here, labor is in high demand and there are several places that are always looking for workers (grocery store, hotels, restaurants, gas stations, etc.). My wife got offered a job the same day she applied at the restaurant she works at. The home is also suitable for remote work. High speed internet 150MB download / 20MB upload is provided by Spectrum internet. There is a Wi-Fi router as well as hardwire ethernet.

The house has a built-in dog door connected to a fenced kennel, and there is an amazing hiking trail right behind the house that has beautiful views of the Saint John river. https://www.mainetrailfinder.com/trails/trail/saint-john-valley-heritage-trail

Every year on March 1st there is a sled dog race on the trail, and it is super fun to watch. https://can-am-crown.net/home.php

Duties and expectations:

1. Shovel the driveway every time it snows, and keep the For Sale sign clear of snow. (snow shovels and rock salt are in the enclosed all-season porch)

2. Keep the entry ways clear of snow and periodically sprinkle rock salt so that prospective buyers can access the property safely (and for your own safety).

3. Keep the home clean and tidy. Coordinate with the real estate agent for showings.

4. Drip the faucets at night if the temperature is expected to drop below 20 F so the well inlet pipe doesn't freeze.

5. Mow the lawn once per week in the spring/summer/fall months. Manual push mower is in the garage. It's a relatively small lawn and doesn't take much time. Alternatively, my neighbor 2 doors down to the east offers mowing service at 100 dollars per month (25 dollars per cut, so it's 125 dollars for months that have 5 Saturdays instead of 4). I'd like to avoid that cost if possible, but if you have health issues that would make manual mowing an issue, maybe we could split the cost or you could pay the neighbor to do it.

6. Watch out for moose and deer on the roads. It is a relatively high-hit area. I've had three near misses the last two years.

7. Enjoy the beauty of the area, explore the Heritage Trail, Togue Pond wilderness area, Saint John River, Can-Am Sled Dog Race, The Bogan Bookstore, Mount Katahdin, Baxter State Park; apply at post office in Fort Kent for international passports so you can explore Edmunston Canada, Quebec, Montreal, Nova Scotia, and other nearby attractions, to get the most out of the Northern Maine experience.

8. Optional: if things turn out to be longer term, I might convert the shed behind the garage into a chicken coop to have seasonal fresh eggs during for Airbnb purposes, as well as putting in raised planters in the back yard for potatoes, green beans, tomatoes, onions, cucumbers, garlic, squash, strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, applies, plumbs, and a beehive. I would pay for materials, tools, livestock, and seeds, and you would do the labor.

Potential conversion into an Airbnb approach:

If we get 3 to 6 months into the caretaking effort and the house hasn't sold yet, one idea is to list the house on Airbnb so the rental income could start helping me pay the monthly mortgage. In the summer and fall months there are quite a few hunters and fishermen that come north and short terms rentals are in relatively high demand for those months. In that case, you would be the Airbnb hosts who live in the house, and the guests would have the master bedroom and master bathroom + extra bedroom, and you would have the smaller guest bedroom and guest bathroom on rental nights. You would be the cleaning crew for the home after the guests leave, and I would pay you for that service as well as give you part of the profits from the rental, and you would also be free to use and live in all areas of the home during the days and nights when there isn't an active Airbnb reservation.

However, I'm not entirely sure about the Airbnb idea. Might be more trouble than it's worth. Or it might be a really profitable and good way to have a long term caretaking situation, who knows. I am open to keeping the property long term if it turns out that the Aribnb idea works out. After 3-6 months we can discuss that option and see if you are liking the area and if you want the caretaking adventure to be long term+ Airbnb hosting. And if yes, we will test out the Airbnb for a season, and see if we can make a profit or at least break even on the mortgage vs. rental income, at which point I would make a decision whether to take the home off the market and do the Airbnd approach long term.

If you don't favor the Airbnb idea, we can keep it simple and just do the straightforward caretaking duties until the home sells.

FEATURED JOB OPENING: Ranch Caretaker Couple - Central AZ

We are currently looking for a dedicated and experienced Caretaker couple for a beautiful, one-of-a-kind 100 acre private property located central Arizona. As capable and hardworking Property Caretakers, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the upkeep and maintenance of our property. We are looking for a couple that has the skill sets, attitude and aptitude to help maintain, and in some cases, restore this historic property. This beautiful desert ranch setting will feel secluded, but is just a 25 minute drive to Cottonwood or Oak Creek, less than an hour to Sedona/Flagstaff and an hour and a half from Phoenix.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Conduct daily inspections of the property and facilities to identify and resolve maintenance or security issues
Daily feeding of ranch animals
All proper care necessary for a small head of cattle
Perform regular cleaning and upkeep of all grounds, including irrigation, landscaping and pool maintenance (basic training available for pool maintenance)
Conduct property improvements: hay fields, fencing, etc.
Conduct general repairs and maintenance tasks
Regular cleaning of the main house and guest accommodations
Coordinate with the owner for larger maintenance projects and services
Coordinate on-site contractor visits as needed
Maintain an organized inventory of supplies and equipment
Report any significant issues to the Property owner promptly

Required Qualifications:

Previous experience in property maintenance or facilities management
Previous experience in operating heavy equipment
Must be self motivated and have the capability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to lift at least 50 lbs and perform physical labor
Must be able to successfully complete a criminal records check
Applicants must have no drug or alcohol abuse concerns

Ideal Candidates:

Strong attention to detail and time management skills
Demonstrated ability to accomplish most minor tasks without direct management involvement
Previous experience in carpentry, welding, mechanical components, plumbing and basic electrical are strong assets
Previous experience working on farm and with cattle
Must be able to work independently and safely
Physical ability to perform demanding tasks, including lifting and outdoor work
Good communication and interpersonal skills with a basic understanding of how to use computers and the internet to support business functions

In addition to your salary, we will provide on site housing, mobile phone service, streaming television, basic health care and all utilities, including Starlink Wi-Fi as part of your employment.

Couple’s salary: Depends on experience, but will be a flat monthly salary with the opportunity for additional performance bonuses.

Work Camping Couple - De Pere (Green Bay area), WI

Apple Creek Campground near Green Bay, WI, is seeking a professional, friendly, and outgoing couple to assist with the daily operations of the Campground. The couple will be customer-focused, have great communication skills, and have a variety of campground knowledge/experience.

The couple will reside at the Campground (on a Campground-provided RV site), from April through October, and report to the Manager. This position will be a part-time, non-exempt employee with 28 hours per week per person. Salary is $15/hour per person.

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