Part-Time Groundskeeper

Part-Time Assistant Groundskeeper

DM Estate Staffing is proud to represent a generous executive couple on the coast of Montara, California. Their beautiful property is a place they take great pride in, and they're looking for a hardworking part-time Assistant Groundskeeper to support their current Groundskeeper with ongoing upkeep and hands-on projects.

This is a great opportunity for someone with a strong work ethic who enjoys outdoor work and wants to learn. Gardening experience is a plus, but the right attitude matters most.

AT A GLANCE

Location: Montara, California
Employment Type: Part-Time, W-2
Schedule: 1 to 2 days per week (Thursday or Friday preferred, with some flexibility)
Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with a paid 30-minute lunch break
Guaranteed Hours: Set number of guaranteed hours each week
Compensation: $30-35+ per hour | depending on experience
Start Date: As soon as possible

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work alongside the property's groundskeeper on routine upkeep and larger projects
• Mow grass, weed, and trim bushes and hedges
• Handle labor-intensive jobs, including hand digging in areas where machines can't fit
• Stack firewood
• Operate the wood chipper and other grounds equipment safely
• Rake, haul, and clear debris, including after storms
• Help with planting and seasonal garden care
• Support other outdoor projects as needed

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A strong work ethic and a real willingness to learn
• Gardening or landscaping experience is a plus, but not required
• Dependable, takes direction well, and works well as part of a team
• Comfortable using grounds equipment, or willing to learn
• Conversational English, enough to communicate clearly with the groundskeeper and family
• Lives within a reasonable commute of Montara and has a reliable vehicle
• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• Willing to complete a background check and provide references
• Non-smoker, with no smoking or vaping on the property or during working hours
• Comfortable around dogs, since the family plans to welcome a small dog

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This is an active, hands-on role. You'll need to be able to:

• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, and reach for extended periods
• Lift and carry up to 40 to 50 lbs. regularly
• Work outdoors in coastal weather, including wind, fog, and rain
• Do repetitive tasks such as digging, raking, trimming, and hauling
• Move across uneven terrain on a 2-acre property
• Operate standard landscaping equipment safely

DM Estate Staffing is a domestic staffing firm headquartered in Silicon Valley, dedicated to connecting exceptional Private Service Professionals with private clients and family offices across the United States. Built over more than a decade on referrals and repeat clients, we have grown thoughtfully by doing one thing well: finding the right person for the right home.

Every member of our recruiting team has worked personally in the homes of prominent private clients, as estate managers, private chefs, household leaders, and more. That lived experience is what sets us apart. We don't just understand private service in theory; we've navigated its nuances, its demands, and its deeply personal nature from the inside. That perspective shapes every search we conduct and every candidate we represent.

We encourage you to regularly explore our job board and apply for any roles that align with your experience and aspirations. When your background aligns with what our clients are looking for, we will be in touch. We hope to have the opportunity to work with you soon.