We are a busy household preparing for two upcoming surgeries over the next year. Middle aged married couple, with a high school age child living at home, 2 kids starting college in the fall, with husband’s elderly (89M/85F) Italian parents in 3 story, 5 bedroom, 4 full and 2 half bathroom home in Willow Glen.
Husband works from home office, wife has multiple health conditions limiting physical activity, and 2 upcoming major surgeries in the next 12 months.
We value a calm, well-organized home environment that supports both our physical limitations and recovery needs. You’ll join a team dedicated to creating order, efficiency, and comfort in our daily life.
Position Overview
We’re looking for a reliable, proactive Housekeeper & Home Organization Specialist to join our San Jose household for at least 5–7 hours per week (with potential to grow… up to 20 hours a week if available).
In this role, you’ll handle daily & weekly cleaning (dusting, vacuuming, dishes, laundry, bathrooms), tackle larger organization projects (garage, shed, closets), and design—and maintain—systems that keep our home running smoothly.
You’ll work independently, and collaboratively, anticipate needs, and communicate clearly, especially as we prepare for and go through upcoming recovery periods. Compensation is $35-40/hour based on experience.
Key Qualities and; Responsibilities
• Strong cleaning skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Proven experience transforming and organizing large spaces (garages, sheds, closets)
• Ability to create durable systems (labeling, checklists, storage solutions) and sustain them
• Self-starter mentality—spots tasks and acts without needing direction
• Excellent communication: updates on progress, supply needs, or schedule changes
• Physical stamina to lift, bend, and safely handle household items (25 lbs minimum)
• Trustworthiness, discretion, and respect for our privacy and health needs
• Flexibility to adjust to shifting priorities, from routine upkeep to urgent recovery support
In order to be considered for this position and to help us learn more about you and ensure a great fit, write an email with the answers to the questions below as well as a brief description of why you think you would be a good fit for this position.
Please send an email to: NabioMarino@gmail.com
Subject line: [your name] “Housekeeper Position”
Body of email:
• Why are you currently looking for work?
• What makes you feel you’re a good fit for this position?
• What is your general availability (days, times, flexibility)?
• How would you approach a large project—like organizing our garage? What would your strategy be?
• Imagine you notice something that needs doing but the client (me) is unavailable. How would you initiate and complete the task?
• Once you establish an organizational system, what methods do you use to maintain it over time?
• How do you handle direction and constructive feedback on work you’re doing or have done?
• How would you handle being given instructions by multiple people that have conflicting input?
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