Housekeeper / Family Assistant Position

Gilder Search Group; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major holidays off and paid

4 weeks paid vacation

4 sick days

4 personal days

Job summary

Gilder Search Group is seeking an experienced full-time, live-out Housekeeper / Family Assistant in Maine to support a busy family's daily needs. The role includes deep cleaning, laundry, errands, and light childcare, with guaranteed 40 hours per week and a long-term opportunity in a welcoming home.

Ideal candidates are reliable, organized, and proactive, with valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle for errands.

Qualifications

• Prior professional housekeeping experience required.
• Reliable, organized, and proactive personality.
• Comfortable working around pets.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must have access to a reliable vehicle or be comfortable using the family vehicle for errands.
• Must have 3–5 professional references.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Must be at least 18 years old to apply.

Responsibilities

• Deep cleaning and general household cleaning
• Laundry, ironing, and linen care
• Dishwashing and kitchen upkeep
• Household organization and closet organization
• Vacuuming and maintaining overall household cleanliness
• Running errands, including grocery shopping and returns
• Supporting overall household operations efficiently
• Minimal childcare duties, including occasional transportation
• Maintaining confidentiality and professionalism at all times
• Ensuring the household runs smoothly on a daily basis

Skills

Housekeeping experience

Reliable

Organized

Proactive

Job description

Start Date:

ASAP

Compensation:

$32- $35 per hour

Schedule:

Tues­day–Friday, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Long Term

Guaranteed Hours:

40 hours per week

Overview / About the Family:

A busy and welcoming family in Falmouth, Maine is seeking an experienced full-time, live-out Housekeeper / Family Assistant to support the smooth day-to-day operations of their home. The family is looking for a reliable, organized, and proactive candidate who takes pride in maintaining a clean, well-run household while providing occasional family assistant support. This is a long-term opportunity with a warm family offering a positive work environment and excellent benefits.

Benefits Include:

• Major holidays off and paid
• 4 weeks paid vacation
• 4 sick days
• 4 personal days

Responsibilities:

• Deep cleaning and general household cleaning
• Laundry, ironing, and linen care
• Dishwashing and kitchen upkeep
• Household organization and closet organization
• Vacuuming and maintaining overall household cleanliness
• Running errands, including grocery shopping and returns
• Supporting overall household operations efficiently
• Minimal childcare duties, including occasional transportation
• Maintaining confidentiality and professionalism at all times
• Ensuring the household runs smoothly on a daily basis

Requirements:

• Prior professional housekeeping experience required
• Reliable, organized, and proactive personality
• Comfortable working around pets
• Valid driver’s license required
• Must have access to a reliable vehicle or be comfortable using the family vehicle for errands
• Must have 3–5 professional references
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Must be at least 18 years old to apply