***D Heritage Hills, Somers, N.Y. 10589
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Michael Luther
Objective Property Manager/Caretaker/ Open to new opportunities.
Work Experience 5/2007 to 8/1/2011 120 Meadow Ln. Southampton, NY
Caretaker
Provided for the care and upkeep of all structures, ground and gardens on this ocean front property. When needed contacted and oversaw all third party contractors. Supplied logistical support to house staff including logging daily activities, purchasing and expense records.
Although a private residence, the owners did extensive entertaining and the care and comfort of the guests were a high priority.
7/2003 to 4/2007 Tanrackin Farm Bedford Hills, NY
Caretaker
Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the Bedford’s oldest working horses farms. Situated on 75 acres, it included the main house, stables (20 horses) two cottages, barns, a greenhouse, paddocks, riding ring, swimming pool, and grass tennis court.
Principally responsible for year round maintenance of lawns, paddocks, trees, hedges, orchards, gardens, fences, and roads. Also the general upkeep of all buildings (interior and exterior) as well as vehicles and farm equipment.
Maintained greenhouse and propagated plants used in annual, perennial, and vegetable gardens. Selected and entered specimens in horticultural contests.
Cared for and handled horses.
6/1999 to 7/2003 White Meadows Farm Katonah, NY
Caretaker
Responsible for maintenance and upkeep of this 50 acre estate, including the main house, guest house, twelve horse stables, riding ring, barn, tennis court, swimming pool, gardens, fountains, paddocks and 12 acres of woodlands.
Lived on site as required for a seven-day workweek.
Maintained the buildings, gardens and lawns. Trimmed the trees and hedges. Did stone work, road repair, electrical and plumbing work, snow removal, painting and anything else the owners needed done.
1992 to 1997 Mercy College Dobbs Ferry, NY
Groundskeeper
Responsible for maintenance of grounds, athletic fields, gardens, pools, roads and walkways, including snow removal.
Education New York University BA English Literature.
Additional work history see addendum attached.