05/22/2025
Pear Tree Estate is hiring for a property manager.
Job Title: Property Manager
Location: Pear Tree Estate, Champaign IL
Reports To: Ownership / Estate Director
Overview: Pear Tree Estate is a luxury wedding and event venue featuring a chapel, event venue, beautifully maintained grounds, four guest houses, and an offsite culinary kitchen operated by LA Gourmet. We are seeking a dependable, hands-on Property Manager to oversee the ongoing care, maintenance, and improvement of the entire estate. This is a vital role that ensures the venue is consistently pristine, functional, and event-ready.
Key Responsibilities:
* General Maintenance & Repairs:
* Perform routine repairs across the property (doors, fixtures, furniture, etc.)
* Change light bulbs, filters, and batteries as needed
* Identify and execute minor construction or improvement projects
* Groundskeeping & Landscaping:
* Maintain lawns, flower beds, trees, irrigation system, and overall landscape appearance
* Seasonal tasks include minor salt + snow removal
* Pond fountain and water fall pump maintenance
* Property Appearance & Cleanliness:
* Power washing exteriors as needed
* Spot Checking window cleaning (interior + exterior)
* Trash and recycling management across the estate
* Maintain cleanliness of exterior spaces and occasional support for interior upkeep
* Venue Readiness:
* Ensure chapel, guest houses, and event spaces are fully operational and safe
* Support event setup and breakdown when needed (lifting tables, moving furniture, etc.)
* Support for LA Gourmet Kitchen:
* Provide maintenance support at LA Gourmet’s kitchen facility
* Ensure equipment and infrastructure are functioning properly
Qualifications:
* Experience in property, facilities, or maintenance
* Landscaping or horticulture experience
* Light construction or painting experience
* Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry preferred
* Ability to lift and carry heavy objects (50+ lbs)
* Comfortable with outdoor work and seasonal physical labor
* Self-starter with a strong sense of initiative and reliability
* Excellent communication and organizational skills
* Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required
* Landscaping or horticulture experience
* Light construction or painting experiences
Bonus Qualifications:
* Creative with ability to build display structures, etc.
Schedule: This is a part time 30 hour, on-site position with flexibility required for occasional event needs, or weather-related tasks.
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