Modesto Family Seeks Full Time Property Manager/Groundskeeper

Location: Modesto, CA

Schedule: Full-Time | Monday – Friday (Flexible start times to accommodate seasonal heat)

Our long term clients in Modesto is seeking a skilled and reliable Property Manager & Groundskeeper to oversee and maintain an expansive 80-acre private estate.

While 55 acres of walnut orchards are managed externally, this role focuses heavily on maintaining the3-acre main residential estate, managing general property operations, providing skilled handyman repairs, and monitoring the overall perimeter. The ideal candidate has a strong eye for detailed landscaping, practical home maintenance skills, and comfortable navigating large rural land.

Experience Requirements

3 plus years of experience: background in estate management, rural property caretaking, or high-end residential landscaping/handyman work with excellent references.

Educational Requirements

College degree or equivalent work experience

Qualifications

• Horticultural Knowledge: Strong understanding of plant care (pruning, irrigation management, soil health) for traditional gardens (roses, hydrangeas, hedges).

• Technical & Handyman Skills: Proficient with power tools, basic plumbing/irrigation repair, general home repairs, and operating property equipment (UTVs, basic machinery).

• Work Style: Self-motivated, attentive to detail, and able to work independently without daily supervision.

• Physical Requirements: Comfortable working outdoors in Central Valley heat; ability to lift heavy materials and perform physical labor.

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Position Highlights & Benefits

• Competitive Salary: $125,000 base pay.

Responsibilities

Landscaping & Horticultural Care

• Care for detailed, traditional garden elements, including extensive hydrangeas, rose bushes, and hedges.

• Direct growth and pruning schedules (e.g., shaping, trimming, and encouraging plant health).

• Oversee tree maintenance and coordinate professional tree-pruning contractors as needed.

• Manage outside service providers (e.g., retaining lawn-mowing services for simple weekly cuts).

2. Property & Perimeter Inspection

• Conduct 1–2 weekly perimeter patrols on a UTV/side-by-side to inspect fencing, check boundaries, and monitor land integrity.

• Promptly identify and troubleshoot common rural property issues, such as broken waterlines or irrigation leaks.

• Keep an eye out for wildlife interaction and general estate security (e.g., coyotes, raccoons, wild turkeys).

3. Property Management & Handyman Repairs

• Perform ongoing, proactive handyman tasks around the main home and outbuildings.

• Diagnose and repair minor plumbing, electrical, or structural fixtures as needed.

• Manage vendor access and ensure property systems (irrigation, lighting, gates) are fully operational.