Property Assistant

Overview

Our client has an immediate need for a full-time Property Assistant in Palo Alto, CA to join their estate service team. The hired candidate will report directly to the Director of Properties (DoP) and principals. We've known our client's DoP for many years; he is professional, kind, and thoughtful; this will be a fantastic opportunity for the person selected for the role.

The target candidate for this role will be willing to pitch in anywhere to help the team achieve the goal of simplifying the lives of the principals. No job too small!

Please note: the ideal candidate is a more hands-on, systems oriented Property Assistant. Candidates should have demonstrated experience working as a Houseman or Assistant Property Manager in private homes.

Full-time

Predominately Monday-Friday: Must be flexible to work occasional weekend days

24/7 availability: 90% of the time work hours will be between 7:30am - 6:00 pm. The hired candidate MUST be available for earlier and later shifts, as needed

Live-out

Start Date: ASAP

Local candidates will be considered

Candidates should live a commutable distance of Woodside, CA Typical Duties:

Assist in day to day running of homes

Run errands as needed

Assist owners with personal needs

Maintain confidentiality and support owners as needed

Create a welcoming environment for owners and guests

Assist with bedding/linens/laundry as needed

Walk properties daily looking for signs of water/sun damage and other possible surprises, be the "eyes and ears" for the principals

Work with housekeepers, landscapers, ranch manager as needed

Complete house checks and communicate any concerns to DoP

Go through property inventories, making sure stock of all items is up to date

Become familiar with house manuals and how each home is operated

Work independently and collaborate with family office and others as needed

Other duties as assigned by DoP and family Requirements:

A minimum of 3+ years of experience in a similar role as a Houseman or Property Manager

Should have experience driving electric vehicles

Organized, with no task too big or too small mindset

Flexible, open to occasionally working off hours as needed

Computer literate

Spanish speaking is a plus!

The ability to lift 40lbs would be helpful

This job will require standing/bending/walking /lifting, in addition to office work

The candidate must pass a rigorous background check

Must be fully vaccinated for COVID

Must be a non-smoker/vaper!

Should love dogs! Compensation:

Up to $110,000 DOE

Medical/dental/vision

401K

10 paid vacation days

Paid sick days/holidays

Annual wage review

Mileage reimbursement