Live-In Housekeeper | Hanover, PA
Compensation: $28/hour (on payroll)
Benefits: Health insurance with minimal employee contribution, 2 weeks PTO, paid holidays
Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week), Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Living Accommodation: Beautiful, private 3-bedroom guest house with fully renovated kitchen and dining room
We are seeking a reliable, meticulous, and self-directed Live-In Housekeeper to support a kind, private couple living in a peaceful rural setting in Hanover, PA. This is a long-term, stable position offering a high-quality living arrangement in a lovely, private guest house steps away from the main home.
About the Role:
The housekeeper will be responsible for the full cleaning and maintenance of a large, well-kept home. However, only specific areas of the home are used regularly and require routine upkeep:
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Two active bedrooms and bathrooms
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Kitchen
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Husband’s study/library
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Wife’s sitting room
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A few additional living areas
The remaining parts of the home are cleaned just a few times per year.
Core Responsibilities:
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Deep cleaning of regularly used areas
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Family laundry, including linens
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Weekly changing of bed linens
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Care and upkeep of fine items, including:
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Oriental rugs
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Silver and brass (polished 2x/year)
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Grocery shopping once per week
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Occasional light organizational tasks or seasonal cleaning
Ideal Candidate:
The couple is looking for a thoughtful, discreet individual who takes pride in their work and enjoys working independently. A great match would be:
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A self-starter who can take general direction and run with it
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Someone who enjoys the quiet pace of rural living
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Must be comfortable with dogs – couple has one Jack Russell Terrier
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Reliable, organized, and attentive to detail
Additional Details:
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The home is located in a rural area, so comfort with quiet surroundings is essential.
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Safe driver with a valid driver’s license – for grocery shopping and errands
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No childcare or cooking is required.
If you are looking for a peaceful, respectful, and long-term home with your own private accommodations, and enjoy creating a clean, beautiful environment for others, we’d love to hear from you.
