Caretaker Couple for small farm - Pawling, NY

In the lovely Hudson Valley with access to Pawling, NY (on the Metro North Train) and Kent, CT lies our small historic farm. We are seeking a capable, able-bodied caretaker couple to help with general maintenance in the house and on the grounds in exchange for a gracious house, utilities not included. We seek mature, self-motivated folks with basic rural skills to help with structure maintenance, grounds, and light gardening. We offer a beautiful, historic home in an idyllic rural setting with surrounding hiking trails, small towns, and a strong community.  

More about the Caretaking Position We are seeking a couple that is capable, able-bodied and have some basic rural living skills (i.e. dealing with woodstoves, firewood, gardening, power tools, etc.).   We ask for a minimum commitment of six months, thereafter renewable every three months. Caretakers will need a reliable vehicle (a pickup truck with a plow attachment is ideal).  We are asking for 8 hours of work per person per week in exchange for gracious three-bedroom home, with a washer and dryer, chef-grade kitchen, and other amenities. Utilities are not included.  Responsibilities include keeping the house clean, basic repairs, and grounds maintenance.  We expect that at least one caretaker will need to find paid work off the farm. We are seeking caretakers with interest (and ideally some experience) in gardening, light carpentry, general repair and maintenance, and possibly animal husbandry. Currently there are no domesticated animals on the farm but it would be possible to have a few goats, sheep, or cattle. There is an electric fence around three paddocks that needs to be maintained but is still there.  

We are looking for responsible self-motivated individuals with integrity, good communication skills, and strong references.  

Skills/ tasks we are looking for from caretakers include:

House Cleaning– The house in on the market to be sold but we could guarantee that it would not be sold in the first six months of your residency. Thereafter we could renew every three months. There is a glut of property for sale in the area and nothing is selling so this should be seen as a low risk. In case of showings the house needs to be kept clean at all times. You would have ample notice of a showing from our listing agent, who is easy to work with. 

Maintenance – The house requires ongoing maintenance and upkeep. In addition there is a small barn that needs oversight to keep the animals out especially in winter. This is the time to repair screen doors, paint, fix knobs, electrical, basically anything that needs fixing

Building Projects – There are always things that could be improved. For one, the barn roof has resisted multiple attempts at being repaired. Longer term, I would like to have fiberglass insulation put in the attic. The renovation projects will depend upon the skill of the caretaker couple and will be decided on in communication with the owner. Owner will furnish supplies, but it is expected that the caretaker couple will bring their own tools.   

Spring Cleaning – The grounds will need a thorough cleaning out in the spring. If there are no animals being kept, then we will have the paddocks brush hogged. The caretakers will be responsible for the lawn and gardens, which include a kitchen garden close to the house and raised beds by the barn with excellent southern exposure.

Office Manager, Maintenance worker - Tombstone, AZ

This is a "Destination Tourist Town" that swells and shrinks throughout the months. We need a front office person to take reservations, check people in, work with clients both face to face and on the phone or computer. Campground Master software knowledge is helpful but not a definite requirement, computer knowledge is. This is a campground and designed for a couple with their own rig (motorhome, travel trailer or 5th wheel) to live in. Space rent is part of the compensation for the job.

Must be able to make change & have good organizational skills.

The maintenance person will need to have both indoor & out door knowledge. There is a multitude of duties & every day is different. some gardening, some repair or replacement. 5 days a week most of the time unless we have to go out of town. 

Hours & wages to be discussed. 

Domestic Couple for Luxury B&B and Private Estate - Compiegne

Rescue Animals and Botanical Farm - Little Fort, BC

Come live on a beautiful, organic farm in Little Fort, BC, close to famous Wells Grey Park with plenty of outdoor activities within minutes away. We have a growing family of animals horses, cats, and chickens.  This certified organic property of 208 acres represents an existing sustainable ecosystem of great diversity. ??The potential is tremendous and ideal in creating a commune for experience and education in ecological conscious projects. The potential allows the development of healthy agricultural and building practices that promote wellbeing. It’s diversity in wildlife and temperate zoning has potential as a year­-round educational resource for the community.

This job is ideal for a person or couple that work from home, have another job in the area, or are retired/semi-retired. Hours vary according to the season. The spring, summer and autumn months are much busier with increased general maintenance of the property, while the winter months are much slower. 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Caring for animals (horses, cats, chickens, alpacas)

• Landscaping (weed whacking, weeding, pruning, mowing, leaf removal, etc)

• Housekeeping

• Gardening (vegetable and fruit)

• Splitting and stacking wood

• Snow removal (plowing)

• Maintenance of private residence and guest houses

If you are not highly experienced in all of the job duties but are handy and are willing and open to learn, you will be considered for the position.

Caretakers must have own transportation, be non-smokers, be physically fit (occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds without assistance), have a strong work ethic, and be willing to make a long-term commitment. 

Background and reference checks will be done on all candidate prior to hire. 

Dockmaster/Club Stewards/Bartenders (Couple) (Florida Keys) - Key Largo, FL

Dockmaster/Club Stewards (couple only)

We are seeking the right couple to be our next Dockmasters. 

Job duties include tending bar on Friday nights, Saturday from noon to 11pm and Sunday from noon to 10 pm; cleaning and minor maintenance of clubhouse, yard, outbuildings, and docks; ordering and stocking bar inventory; processing charges and payments for members; monitoring dockage and dry storage boats, and maintaining a cordial and welcoming atmosphere at the club. Applicants must have experience tending bar, excellent customer service, and the physical ability to do yard work and stock cases of beer and liquor.  Candidates with sailing experience will be given preference. 

The job usually takes 60 hours/week between 2 people, with some overtime in our busy season.  Candidates must be able to get TIPS certified in the state of Florida. The compensation package includes hourly pay of $10 - $15/hour (commensurate with experience and skills) and housing in an on-site, unfurnished 900 square foot cottage, including all utilities and internet access, valued at $2000/month.  No health insurance benefits are available; paid leave after one year. Start date no later than October 15th.  

FEATURED JOB OPENING: MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN (Work Campers) - Wilbur Hot Springs, CA

Maintenance Technician with an RV

Wilbur Hot Springs is a family owned business that prides itself on providing a clean, safe and healing environment where guests can feel at home as they enjoy quiet sanctuary from the busy, modern world. Wilbur is situated in a pristine natural setting with 4 flumes of hot mineral waters in which to soak and an 1800-acre nature preserve to hike in and encounter wild life. Guests stay in free standing cabins, the Solar Lodge (an 8-room building), and 2 rooms in the original historic hotel built in 1915, where a large community kitchen and other common areas allows them to cook their own meals and relax in a comfortable setting. 

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician (with an RV) who works well with others and has the ability to communicate effectively and respectfully, someone who would embrace living off the grid in a remote setting. Staff work closely working together to create a healing environment for others, and enjoy the benefits of living so close with nature.

The Maintenance Technician lives on-site (in their own RV) and works closely with the Head of Maintenance to keep our property well maintained and operational. There are a dozen structures on the property in addition to the cabins, hotel and solar lodge: a combination of office space, shop space and staff housing. Familiarity with building maintenance, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, septic systems, water systems, and solar systems is important.

Salary: $15+ per hour DOE.  Benefits include: A place to park your RV, utilities, internet, laundry, a free monthly massage plus full use of the hot springs and nature preserve. Your partner may reside on property with you.