What a caretaker does
A caretaker looks after a property in the owner's absence and keeps it ready for their return. The work includes routine upkeep, regular walk-throughs, snow removal, opening and closing the home for each season, and coordinating vendors when specialists are needed. Caretaker roles are often year-round, and many are live-in.
Why caretakers matter in Jackson Hole
Many homes in Jackson Hole sit empty for weeks or months at a time, through some of the harshest winters in the country. A caretaker who is on the property, or close to it, catches a frozen line, a failed furnace, or a roof under heavy snow before it becomes a disaster. For owners who live elsewhere, that peace of mind is the point.
For homeowners hiring a caretaker
Caretakers are trusted with your home when no one else is there, so character and reliability come first. We begin with a confidential conversation about your property, then present a small number of vetted candidates. References are verified personally, and we help you think through housing, schedule, and scope.
For caretakers seeking a position in Jackson Hole
If you are steady, practical, and take pride in looking after a property, we would like to hear from you. Many caretaker roles here include housing on the property, which can make a career in this valley possible. There is never a fee to candidates. See our open positions.
Compensation
Caretaker compensation typically includes housing on the property as part of the package. See our salary guide for more on how packages are structured.