What are the responsibilities and job description for the Property Assistant position at DM Estate Staffing?
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
Salary : $110,000
