Caretaker, Historic Residence - Physical Plant presso Punahou School

The Historic Residence Caretaker is responsible for the upkeep, cleanliness, and general maintenance of the President’s historic residence and its adjacent pavilion, which serve as both a private home and a venue for events. This role blends custodial, light maintenance, pet care, and event-support responsibilities, requiring discretion, trustworthiness, and a strong service orientation. 
Reporting to the Physical Plant with a dotted-line relationship to the Office of the President, the Caretaker ensures the property is safe, well-maintained, and welcoming for the President, family, guests, and event partners. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and experienced in both housekeeping and light facility maintenance, with a respect for the unique requirements of caring for a historic property. Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Household Care & Facilities Maintenance

• Perform daily housekeeping duties.
• Provide or coordinate deeper cleaning services on a scheduled basis.
• Conduct regular property inspections to identify and address maintenance or pest control needs proactively.
• Maintain the cleanliness and presentation of all spaces.
• Perform light repairs such as tightening plumbing fixtures, lamp replacement, minor painting, and adjusting cabinetry/door adjustments.
• Ensure the home and pavilion are properly secured.
• Support preservation efforts by following best practices for maintaining historic architecture and materials.
• Must be comfortable with household pets and help ensure their safety indoors; may occasionally assist with cleanup as needed.

Event & Administrative Support

• Assist the Office of the President, event staff, and vendors with planning, setup, and breakdown of events held at the Home and Pavilion.
• Maintain accurate inventory of event-related supplies, including kitchen, dining, entertainment, and decorative items.
• Assist with decorating for events and seasonal occasions.
• Provide onsite support during select events and ensure all spaces are restored to pristine condition following each event.
• Complete and submit work order forms, requisitions, and other required documentation to the appropriate school departments as well as monitor and follow up to ensure timely completion of requested services.

Position Details:

• Work Year: 12 Months
• Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Occasional after-hours/weekend work as needed, Schedule may vary based on operational needs  
• Minimum Hourly Rate*: $23.00/Hour - Compensation is commensurate with qualifications

*Punahou School offers a comprehensive total rewards program that includes competitive pay and benefits. The pay rate, if displayed, is the minimum hourly rate for the position. Pay for selected candidates will be determined by various factors such as knowledge, skills, abilities, relevant training and experience, and internal equity.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Three (3) years of recent experience in housekeeping, custodial services, property care, or facility maintenance required; experience with historic or high-profile properties preferred.
• Knowledge of proper cleaning and preservation techniques for delicate and historic materials.
• Basic handyman/maintenance skills and ability to perform light repairs.
• Experience working in a school setting preferred.​
• Proficiency with using Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, and operational systems (e.g., rSchool Today Suite or similar).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed to support events.
• Comfort working around animals and ability to provide pet care.
• Discretion, professionalism, and trustworthiness when working in private spaces.
• Service-oriented approach with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.