Weekend/Independent Contractor Vacation Home Quality Inspector

Summary: Visit rental properties prior to guest arrival and assess conditions, take photo inventory, and submit completed reports to the office through a software app, blow decks, remove cobwebs from around the front door, and other ‘freshening up.’ As needed: spot cleaning, both indoors and outdoors, and handling small tasks that do not require an outside vendor (e.g., replacing light bulbs). Check for damages and wear and tear, monitor supplies, and ensure the home is ready for guest arrival. Inspection schedules are made weekly, based on arrival and departure schedules. Hours fluctuate depending on the number of bookings – expect fewer hours in winter and off-season and more in spring, summer, and around holidays. Our greatest need is for Friday to Monday, late spring through the summer and early fall.

We group and schedule inspections by town and neighborhood as much as possible, but homes are located from Sebastopol/Graton to Jenner following the River Rd and Hwy 116 corridor and up into Cazadero. Most homes are in Guerneville and Monte Rio. Expect to travel between several to 5 homes per day.

Skill Requirements and Physical Requirements:
• High Attention to Detail.
• Excellent Communication Skills.
• Basic Understanding of Property Maintenance.
• Ability to Work Independently.
• Basic Use of Technology (computer, smart device).
• Ability to lift 30 lbs.
• Comfortable using a ladder.
• Ability to use property care equipment, such as a leaf blower, broom, vacuum, long-handled duster.

Job Duties:
• Complete property inspection assignments, which include:
o Assessing quality of the cleaning.
o Assessing quality of yard care.
o Checking amenities, electronics, and appliances for functionality and cleanliness.
o Checking and replacing light bulbs and batteries.
o Checking plumbing - hot water, toilets flush, drains clear.
o Ensuring guest supplies are left out, spare supplies are stocked on site.
o Checking for damages and maintenance concerns.
o Verifying complaints and reports from guests and/or cleaners.
o Photos of property – hot tub, individual rooms, exterior photos, maintenance concerns, cleaning issues.
• Report cleaning and maintenance concerns to Maintenance Coordinator.
• Notify office when home is cleared for guest arrival.
• Inspect completed repairs.
• Deliver and retrieve items from home.
• Blow decks, remove cobwebs, prep home for arrival.

Inspectors may be requested to visit a property during a guest stay to deliver items or troubleshoot/correct issues. Examples: bringing extra towels, delivering a loaner item (heater, fan, coffeemaker), replacing a light bulb, testing the wifi or SmartTVs.

Immediate Superior: Maintenance Coordinator

Employment Information:
• The number of hours scheduled vary greatly based on season and number of reservations.
• Availability: Thursday to Monday preferred. Sundays are much needed! General hours are between 9 am and 5 pm with the majority of work between 11 am and 4 pm.
• Independent Contractor rate starts at $20/hr, depending on experience.
• Must have own vehicle, valid driver’s license, and proof of insurance.
• Independent Contractors provide all their own equipment (smart phone, basic tools) - exceptions can be made for leaf blowers.
• Mandatory background and credit check.

How to Apply:
• Please email your resume and/or cover letter. No phone calls, please.
• If an initial phone conversation goes well, we'll ask you to fill out an information form, permission to run a background and credit check, references, and schedule an in-person interview.