Resident Inn Keepers - Kenora, ON

Located in beautiful Lake of the Woods, we are seeking a couple to become our Resident Inn Keepers.  

We are looking for a responsible, bondable couple to manage our boutique Inn.  Must be warm and friendly, with good verbal skills, computer skills and basic maintenence skills.

We offer a competitive wage,  live in appartment and  benefits program.  

Only those selected will be contacted.

Minnesota Family Resort Seeks Couple or Team - Dent, MN

We are looking for the right couple (or team) to join our resort family. Located in the heart of Otter Tail Lakes Country, MN, we are one of Minnesota's most historic and popular family resorts. Situated on the shores of a Lake, our property is comprised of 50 acres of beautiful woods, trails and landscaping. Our accommodation is new or newly remodeled, including cabins, vacation homes and guest suites. Our guests are incredibly kind and fun to be around. If you like the idea of LIVING in one of Minnesota’s favorite vacation destinations, keep reading!

As a family owned and operated resort, we are seeking more than just "help." Our employees are the heart of our business and truly and extension of our family. As such, we are looking for a couple (or individual) looking for meaningful experiences and relationships.

Important Qualities and Characteristics Include:

• Self-motivated
• Friendly
• Enjoy being around people of all ages
• Excellent customer service
• Reliable
• Hard working
• Organized

Primary Responsibilities Include: 

• Lawn and grounds maintenance
• General cleaning and maintenance of cabins
• Laundry
• Guest services – including greeting guests, checking in/out, collecting payments, help with boats, etc.
• Restaurant support – including taking orders, serving food and help in kitchen.
• Help with events and activities
• Reservation management

• Construction and building maintenence
• Equipment and small engine maintenance/repair

Specific Requirements:

• Driver’s license with reliable transportation
• Fluent in English
• Non-drug users
• No criminal history (background check will be performed)
• No children (except as visitors)
• Pets may be allowed based on circumstances

Compensation:

• This position is part-time, seasonal. Must be available from May – September. However, we do have year round opportunity available for the right couple.
• Couple will receive free accommodation in a recently remodeled 2 bed/2 bath cabin. All utilities (i.e. water, lp gas, electric, sanitation, internet, and satellite television) are included.
• In exchange for accommodation, couple will perform 40 hours of total/combined work (i.e. 20 hours/person) at the resort.
• Additional paid work (beyond 40 combined hours) is available at an hourly rate to be negotiated based on experience and qualifications.
• Access to all resort amenities, including use of boats and other recreational equipment.

Ranch Caretaker Couple Wanted Year-Round - Between Reserve and Datil, NM

We are looking for year-round Ranch Caretakers (couple preferred) for a small prairie ranch near Old Horse Springs, New Mexico between Reserve and Datil, NM (7,000 feet with cold winters and semi-hot summers).

Duties include the following for a 10 cow/calf operation on 1,250 acres:  branding and roundup (1-2 times per year), fence maintenance, and watering (daily) and feeding (as needed) livestock; providing ranch security; maintaining bunk house residence/yard (ability to perform carpentry, plumbing, painting, etc.); and feeding/watering feral cats.

Ranch owner will provide unfurnished housing on property (3 bedroom/2 bath bunk house with refrigerator, stove, washer, dryer, dishwasher, wood burning stove (only source of heat), and well water. Personal pets, horses, etc. are negotiable.

Previous ranch experience is required. Caretakers must have valid driver’s license, clean driving record, no criminal record, and no outstanding warrants (able to pass a background check).

Must enjoy living in remote, beautiful area and working outdoors in a ranch environment, have excellent communication skills, have a successful, self-sufficient ranch/farm work history, and able to be proactive and identify ranch/farm issues (consult ranch owner and address issues in a timely manner).

This is not a paid position. Stable income is recommended as employment is limited (40 miles to nearest towns).

Maintenance Team - Lakewood, OH

A family owned property management company is seeking a qualified couple to assist in mantaining an apartment property in Northeast Ohio.

General maintenance skills (plumbing, electrical, and apartment turns are a bonus but not required), but general knowledge of maintenance are a requirement.

1 person will be on the maintenance team for apartment repairs and turn overs.

1 person will be responsible for the cleaning of the building (mopping vaccuming, windws, doors, outside and inside pick up, stairwells and hallways and more)

Rent-free housing and paid utilities + benefits, with hourly wage

This is a full time year round position.

Caretakers - Loire Valley

Tremendous opportunity for a working couple to care for our estate in Loire, France. The Chateau is run as a second home for a family and a holiday/retreat venue.

The couple would be expected to oversee the 9 hectares of woodland gardens and the Chateau and outbuildings and also host paying visitors when the Chateau is let. Accommodation is provided on site in a one bedroom flat with kitchenette, lounge and en-suite. In total the Chateau is 10,000 sqft and has been recently refurbished. Principle duties for the couple would be to mainitain the grounds, swimming pool and running track in good and useable order, arranging local specialist assistance when required. In addition we would expect the Chateau to be maintained, tidied of rubbish and waste, and generally kept in good order (though specialist cleaners will be used when the building is let). The main season is March to October with major maintenance and refurbishment work conducted in the winter alongside Xmas visitors. 

We are looking for a couple who are self motivated, have a professional approach to work, enjoy everything French and have an attention to detail. Some French would be useful, as would a background in building management or maintenance. 

You will live at the Chateau rent free, receive an allowance towards food and drink and a competitive salary. We are looking for a couple to start between November 2018 and February 2019. Further details are available on application.

FEATURED JOB OPENING: Self Storage Management Team (1 Facility Manager and 1 Maintenance Manager) - Stockton, CA

If you are a couple that enjoys a fast-paced, challenging work environment and are committed to being successful and providing excellent customer service, this is a great opportunity to join a fast-growing family business.

We are a local company specializing in self-storage and we appreciate our customer’s business and strive to offer the best customer service possible. It is our goal to make each experience a pleasant one by providing affordable, convenient and secure self-storage units and RV spaces.

We have a need for Self-Storage Managers (1 Facility Manager and 1 Maintenance Manager) with 2+ years of storage/retail experience who possess excellent customer service and communication skills to join our dynamic team in Stockton, CA. You will receive the training needed to excel in one of the fastest growing industries and can be part of a fast-growing family business that rewards your hard work in managing a self-storage facility.

*** THIS POSITION IS FOR 2 PEOPLE WHO MUST COME AS A TEAM ***

***FLUENCY IN SPANISH A PLUS BUT NOT A MUST***

The Resident Managers will live on-site in a residence provided by the company and oversee the daily operations of the facility. We are seeking individuals who are ambitious, process focused and professional to manage the facility as if it were their own. We place great emphasis on friendly, professional managers and our commitment to clean, secure, and well-maintained facilities. Our full-time Resident Managers are responsible for the daily operations of their facility and report to the owner of the company.  

Job Description:

Responsible for phone, internet and walk-in inquiry conversions - Renting Storage Units 

Renting U-Haul trucks, trailers and tow dollies

Collecting Payments 

Making Collection Calls 

Maximizing Occupancy and Rents

Maximizing Revenue and Overseeing all aspects of the operation of the facility

Responsible for recommendations and implementation of local marketing initiatives

Marketing to local businesses and apartment managers

Responsible for customer service (rentals, payments, sales and customer issues)

Ability to be driven by performance goals

Responsible for maintaining customer files and auction statuses

Responsible for maintaining and improving facility appearance

Responsible for daily walkthrough of our facility

Responsible for daily bank runs/deposits

Light to heavy maintenance and clean-up work required

Responsible for cleaning units and interior buildings

Self-Storage management experience a plus

We want our Facility Manager to be a confident leader who exhibits:

+ A positive, friendly and assertive personality

+ Ability to negotiate rental rates with potential customers

+ Pride of ownership in the self-storage facility 

+ Strong verbal and written communication skills

+ A customer service driven attitude

+ High energy and enthusiasm for taking charge of a self-storage facility

+ The desire to be part of a fast-growing and team-oriented company + Strong computer skills with an ability to learn new programs quickly

+ A problem solving and solutions driven mindset + Ingenuity and creative thinking

We want our Maintenance Manager to be experienced in home maintenance and someone who exhibits:

+ Assertiveness, confidence, and the ability to take control of challenging situations

+ Ability to negotiate rental rates with potential customers

+ A customer service driven attitude

+ Strong computer skills with an ability to learn new programs quickly

+ General knowledge of painting, construction, plumbing, and electrical connections

+ Knowledge of general home maintenance and landscaping

+ Excitement about learning new skills and working in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment

+ Ability to Improve the overall curb appeal of the facility to keep it clean, fresh and uncluttered

+ Ability to improve the landscaping around the facility

+ Ability to manage third-party contractors hired for various capital improvement projects

Total Compensation for the Facility Manager AND Maintenance Manager includes:

+ Housing provided and all utilities paid for

+ $3,812/month ($1,906 per manager), paid as hourly wages

+ SIGNIFICANT potential for commission if performance incentives are met

*Health insurance, benefits and mileage allowance NOT offered

 Job Qualifications:

Must be eligible to work in the United States

Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Must have a High School Diploma/GED equivalent and at least two years of related experience (sales/customer service/leasing/rentals)

Must be a team player and have strong leadership skills

Must be profit driven

Proficient with computers: Word, Excel, Internet

Job requires constant movement and must be able to lift and move 35 lbs. regularly and occasionally up to 50 lbs.

Must have clean employment history, criminal history, driving record and drug test. A background check will be conducted.