Caretaker Couple Position - Quadra Island, BC

A family-owned property on Quadra Island, BC is seeking a year round, live-on-site caretaker couple.  This is a salaried position for a mature couple seeking long-term employment to start in spring 2021. 

Quadra Island is adjacent to Campbell River and is accessible via a BC Ferries car ferry that runs 7 days a week. One of the most desirable islands along Discovery Passage, It is a friendly thriving community surrounded by nature at its finest. The Island offers miles of hiking trails, lake and ocean fishing, mushroom hunting, kayaking and more!

The owners live on the 30 acre waterfront property year round and are looking for an easy going mature couple to help keep everything in tip top shape. The property includes 3 houses, a boathouse, dock, workshop, out-buildings, an orchard and organic gardens.

Hours will vary according to the season. The spring, summer and autumn months are much busier with property maintenance and gardening.  In the winter you would be free much of the time to pursue other interests or to work off property.

As caretakers, you will live in a 1200 square foot 2 bedroom historic cottage (totally modernized) only steps from the beach.  Watch eagles, seals, and whales from your living room window.  Enjoy snow covered mountain vistas in the distance. A dock is available for your boat; the area is known for world class salmon fishing.

Duties:

Handyman/Gardening:

• Physically able to work outdoors and climb ladders.
• Handyman/carpentry knowledge and abilities.
• General gardening knowledge with experience mowing, edging, trimming, weeding, removing fallen limbs, tree pruning, weeding, flower/vegetable planting, and organic garden maintenance.
• Ability to safely operate mowers and other equipment including power and hand tools.
• General home maintenance and experience with generators, plumbing, gutters, wood trim, fencing etc. 
• Experience servicing trucks, mowers, and other equipment.

 Housekeeping:

• General housekeeping experience. Capable of cleaning and upkeep of homes on the property
• Cleaning responsibilities to include:
  • Kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, living areas, mudrooms, and porches.
  • General dusting, mopping, vacuuming, window cleaning, grill, and fireplace cleaning.
  • Laundry to include washing, drying, and folding of towels, linens, and owner’s clothing.  May include some ironing.
• Coordinating with owner regarding grocery needs.  May include some shopping and food prep/cooking.
• Driving owner/guests around the area and to and from airports etc may be required occasionally.

General Requirements:

• Couple should have experience in housekeeping and grounds keeping at a ranch, or estate.
• Must be legally able to work in Canada.
• Must have the ability to work independently, identify problems, and find solutions. 
• Both parties must have a valid driver’s license and be able to pass a criminal background screen.
• Must be physically fit and able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• No children living at home.
• Pets are discouraged due to the deer and wild animals that live on the property but may be considered if well trained.
• Note: smoking is not allowed in provided housing.

This is an excellent opportunity to live on a beautiful waterfront property in British Columbia. We are looking for long term caretakers who don’t mind putting in an honest day’s work and want to make Quadra their home. If you have the skills required and want to live in one of the most stunning pristine locations in Canada, we’d like to hear from you!