Residential Handyman/Jack-of-All-Trades job (M/F) in San Francisco, USA
Job description
A private client in the San Francisco Bay Area is seeking a skilled, proactive, and highly versatile Handyman / Jack-of-All-Trades to manage the hands-on maintenance, repair, and general upkeep of a private residence and property.
Rather than a administrative Facilities Manager, this role requires a true, hands-on practitioner who takes pride in manual craftsmanship and multi-disciplinary household care.
The ideal candidate is adept at everything from fine carpentry and custom builds to basic trade repairs, property maintenance, vehicle care, and outdoor groundskeeping.
Responsibilities
General Maintenance & Repairs
- Surface Care & Painting: Perform routine sheetrock patching, dry-wall repair, interior/exterior touch-ups, surface prep, and painting.
- Light Plumbing: Address basic plumbing needs, including fixing leaks, replacing faucets/fixtures, clearing light clogs, and servicing toilets.
- Light Electrical: Replace light fixtures, dimmers, outlets, switches, wall-mounted TVs, and troubleshooting low-voltage lighting systems.
- Hardware & Assembly: Repair doors, hinges, locks, cabinet hardware, and assemble high-end home furniture or outdoor equipment.
Custom Building & Carpentry
- Small Construction Projects: Build custom outdoor items, play structures, chicken coops, raised garden beds, storage solutions, or minor wood structures.
- Woodworking Care: Inspect, repair, and re-stain or seal decks, fences, gates, and outdoor wooden amenities.
Groundskeeping & Outdoor Maintenance
- Gardening Support: Assist with routine landscape maintenance, irrigation line repairs, bed upkeep, weeding, and tree/shrub trimming.
- Outdoor Facilities: Monitor, clean, and maintain hardscapes, patios, drainage, and seasonal outdoor setup (patio furniture, power washing, gutters).
Fleet & Vehicle Maintenance
- Automotive Care: Oversee household vehicles—scheduling routine servicing, tire rotations, oil changes, detailing’s, fuel/EV charging upkeep, and minor DIY fixes (wipers, bulbs, fluid top-offs).
Requirements
- Hands-On Trade Experience: Multi-year background in residential handyman work, construction, carpentry, or multi-trade maintenance.
- Problem Solver: Resourceful, self-motivated, and capable of diagnosing household issues quickly with practical solutions.
- Work Ethic & Efficiency: Strong time-management skills; capable of prioritizing tasks independently while keeping the property running smoothly.
- Discretion & Professionalism: Respectful of family privacy, clean work habits, and comfortable working around high-net-worth households.
- Requirements: Valid California Driver’s License with a clean driving record; physical stamina to lift heavy items, work on ladders, and work outdoors; clear background check.
Work conditions
- Start Date: Flexible
- Location: San Francisco, Bay Area
- Schedule: Full-time schedule, must be flexible with long days as needed
Salary
Specializing in providing staffing and recruiting solutions across diverse VIP Household industries and sectors. With over three decades of industry experience, I bring a wealth of expertise to the table. I am proud to hold both the ELAC and CSP certifications, validating my proficiency in employment law and staffing best practices.
My professional strengths encompass a wide range of areas, including VIP Household Staffing, HR consulting, executive search, customer relationship management (CRM), and technical recruiting. I am deeply passionate about connecting top talent with our clients, fostering enduring relationships grounded in trust and quality.
Moreover, I am actively involved in mentoring and guiding our clients & candidates who share our company's core values. Together, we prioritize people-centric approaches, strive for operational excellence, and embrace innovation to meet the evolving needs of our clients and the industry at large.
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