Estate Maintenance Specialist | Carpenter & Handy Pro

Pocketbook Agency; New York (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Pocketbook Agency is assisting a private family in Westchester County, NY, to find an experienced Maintenance Specialist/Carpenter/Handyman who will act as the right hand to the estate manager.

The role requires hands-on expertise across carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC, with a focus on high-quality workmanship and proactive problem solving. Opportunity to contribute to renovations, groundskeeping, and ongoing maintenance in a luxury residence.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience as a skilled tradesperson across carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and/or general construction.
• Expert knowledge of building systems, tools, materials, and safety practices.
• Proactive, hands-on approach to identifying and solving maintenance needs with creative, effective solutions.
• Detail-oriented and organized, able to juggle multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• General carpentry, including drywall cutting and patching.
• Painting and finish work.
• HVAC systems maintenance.
• Small electrical and wiring projects.
• Plumbing diagnostics and maintenance.
• Specialty projects and troubleshooting across building systems.
• General property upkeep and preventative maintenance.
• Supporting renovations and ongoing development projects.
• Assisting with groundskeeping as needed.
• Working closely with the estate manager as a true right hand across day-to-day and project-based needs.

Skills

Carpentry

Electrical work

Plumbing

HVAC maintenance

Safety practices

Communication

Driver's license

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Job description

Pocketbook Agency is assisting a private family in Westchester County, NY, to find an experienced Maintenance Specialist/Carpenter/Handyman who will act as the right hand to the estate manager.

The role requires hands-on expertise across carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC, with a focus on high-quality workmanship and proactive problem solving. Opportunity to contribute to renovations, groundskeeping, and ongoing maintenance in a luxury residence.