House Manager

TalentWatch Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

TalentWatch Inc. is seeking a responsible Houseperson/Driver for a private family with homes in the Lower Westchester County/Upper Manhattan area. The role requires a clean driving record, physical fitness, and comfort with home tech and security systems.

You will manage a weekly courier loop, run errands, assist with housekeeping as needed, and help with party setups, decorations, and vehicle care. Occasional driving is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in a domestic, estate, or facilities role.
• Clean driving record and valid license.
• Able to pass a very thorough background check.

Responsibilities

• Manage a weekly courier loop, run errands, and handle pick-ups/drop-offs (post office, groceries, supplies).
• Various household projects, including cleaning the garage and organizing storage areas.
• Shovel snow and blow leaves between landscaper visits.
• Set up and tear down for parties and assist with holiday decorating.
• Vehicle care for a small fleet, including washing and maintenance follow-ups.
• Facilities support such as building walkthroughs, warehouse organization, power washing, and pool debris clearance.
• Assist housekeepers and perform small handyman tasks like changing lightbulbs.
• Occasionally drive the family on an as-needed basis.

Skills

Driving

Tech-savvy

Physical fitness

Background check

Handyman tasks

Job description

We are looking for a highly responsible and professional Houseperson/Driver for a private family with homes in the Lower Westchester County/Upper Manhattan areas. The right fit will have a "no job is too big or too small" attitude, a clean, professional appearance, and the ability to take direction seamlessly via text or email.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

While every day will likely differ, your general duties will include:

• Managing a weekly courier loop, running errands, and handling pick-ups/drop-offs (post office, groceries, supplies).
• Various household projects, including cleaning the garage, organizing storage areas, and maintaining lawn/patio equipment and furniture.
• Shoveling snow and leaf blowing between landscaper visits.
• Set up and tear down for parties and helping with holiday decorating.
• Vehicle care for a small fleet, including washing and taking cars in for maintenance.
• Hands-on facilities support, such as building walkthroughs, warehouse organization, power washing, and clearing pool debris.
• Assisting housekeepers as needed and performing small handyman tasks like changing lightbulbs.
• Occasionally driving the family on an as-needed basis.

Candidate Requirements:

• Proven experience in a similar domestic, estate, or facilities role.
• Clean and safe driving record (a car is provided for work).
• Able to pass a very thorough background check.
• Local to the New York City Metro area
• Physically fit, energetic, and able to lift packages up to 60 pounds.
• Comfortable climbing ladders and operating residential equipment (floor polisher, power washer, etc.).
• Tech-savvy—able to use security systems, household tech, and communicate via email/text.
• Salary range: $100,000 – $120,000 per year, commensurate with experience.