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British American Household Staffing

KP832 - Full-Time Handyman - Atherton, CA

Job Description

Overview A capable, hands-on Handyman is sought to support a fully staffed private estate in Atherton. This is not a Facilities Manager position but a true jack-of-all-trades who enjoys solving problems, building things, and handling a wide variety of projects with little direction. No two days will be the same. The ideal candidate is resourceful, mechanically inclined, proactive, and takes pride in being the person who can fix, build, troubleshoot, or coordinate whatever is needed. The role supports a 15,000-square-foot primary residence situated on just over an acre, as well as a nearby secondary 8,000-square-foot property. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys variety and takes pride in being the trusted person who can handle virtually any project that arises around a private estate. Schedule Full-time, live-out position Flexibility and on-call availability are essential Willingness to respond to changing priorities as needed Responsibilities Perform general property maintenance and repairs Patch, paint, and complete routine carpentry projects Handle light electrical and plumbing repairs Troubleshoot household systems and coordinate specialized vendors when necessary Perform basic HVAC troubleshooting and maintenance Build and assemble custom projects such as play structures, furniture, shelving, or chicken coops Oversee vehicle care, including maintenance scheduling, detailing, fueling, and service appointments Assist with gardening and outdoor property projects Perform seasonal property maintenance Coordinate deliveries, installations, and vendor visits Identify maintenance issues before they become larger problems Assist with any additional projects needed to keep the properties operating at the highest standard
Qualifications Ideal Candidate:
Strong experience in residential property maintenance or a similar hands-on role Broad knowledge of carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical, and general repair work Comfortable using a wide variety of hand and power tools Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities Self-motivated with minimal supervision Highly organized and dependable Professional, discreet, and service-oriented Flexible and willing to take on a wide variety of responsibilities Salary and Benefits Starting compensation of $120,000+, DOE Medical insurance with 70% employer-paid premium Optional dental and vision coverage available at employee expense 401(k) plan available (no employer match) Two weeks of paid time off Federal holidays Generous discretionary bonus opportunity

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A Building and General Maintenance Technician performs building maintenance and appliance repairs for an apartment complex, housing division, residential center or business, as directed by a property manager.

$50,044 / year median in California

+12% projected growth

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