Lower Kenai Lodge Caretaker 2025

Overview:

Live and work in the heart of Kenai, Alaska, as the on-site caretaker for an 8-cabin property catering to seasonal fishing guests. This unique opportunity offers a full RV hookup with utilities and Wi-Fi in exchange for your dedication to keeping the property running smoothly. Your primary responsibilities will include laundry, cabin turnovers, inventory management, and property maintenance, ensuring guests have a clean and comfortable stay.

Enjoy the flexibility of independent work, with cleaning hours set between 10 AM–4 PM, and earn $18 per hour for any additional hours worked beyond the rent trade. We provide comprehensive training, so no certifications are required—just bring your organization skills, attention to detail, and enthusiasm for hospitality.

If you're a self-starter who thrives in an outdoor, team-oriented environment, this is your chance to live, work, and explore Alaska’s Last Frontier during the peak fishing season. Apply today!

Task schedule:

Daily Tasks

Pre-reservation property inspections.

Laundry and room turnovers (cleaning hours: 10 AM–4 PM).

Weekly Tasks

Inventory tracking and reporting.

Yard care or additional maintenance tasks (if needed/applicable)

As Needed

Assist with guest emergencies.

Additional cleaning or maintenance during peak periods (e.g., Fourth of July, Memorial Day, local events).

*Approximate hours for these tasks outside of cleaning and laundry: 3 hours per week.

Key responsibilities:

Property Maintenance

Conduct daily property inspections to ensure interior and exterior cleanliness and report any issues.

Routine monthly pest control

Perform light exterior care tasks as assigned (details TBD).

Monthly water filter changing

Laundry and Cleaning

Manage and perform the majority of laundry tasks for the lodge.

Handle the majority of guest room cleanings to minimize turnover costs.

Inventory Management

Track and monitor inventory for linens, cleaning supplies, and other consumables weekly.

Notify Conmigo Vacation Rentals of restocking needs and source items as necessary.

Emergency Assistance

Respond to guest emergencies, as directed by Conmigo Vacation Rentals. (this would be case by case, subject to your availability)

Examples of a guest emergency: Plumbing issues, guest lockout, cleanliness complaints.

Coordinate with Conmigo and external vendors for urgent repairs or services.

Collaboration with Conmigo (vendor management)

Schedule and coordinate outside vendors with Conmigo Vacation Rentals.

Marketing Efforts

Create/gather batch content for Conmigo Vacation Rentals marketing team

Example of batch content: photos/videos of the property, photos/videos of the community and area, collaborations with Conmigo marketing team.

Utilize local social media groups to promote the property.

Additional Responsibilities

Community outreach

Compensation:

Compensation

Housing

The Caretaker will be provided full hook ups for an RV.

Utilities and Wifi are included.

Hourly Pay

$18 per hour for hours worked beyond the rent swap arrangement

The caretaker agrees to work 8 hours per week, in exchange for free rent and utilities.

Rent Value

$400 per month value for RV pad rental

Ideal Candidate:

Is proactive, self-motivated, and takes pride in their work.

Has excellent attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards.

Thrives in independent roles but can collaborate effectively when needed.

Excels at time management and balancing multiple responsibilities.

Is flexible and adaptable to changing needs, with cleaning tasks scheduled between 10 AM–4 PM.

Is physically capable of standing for 8 hours and lifting up to 25 pounds.

Lives on-site and is ready to assist with property needs as they arise.

Enjoys creating clean, welcoming, and well-maintained spaces for guests.

Is open to learning, with basic training provided and tracked via Breezeway.

Brings a positive, team-oriented mindset to every task.

No certifications required; prior experience in hospitality is preferred but not mandatory.

Policies:

Availability

The caretaker must commit to the agreed timeframe (Mid May/June- Mid September)

Any planned absences must be coordinated with Conmigo Vacation Rentals.

Performance

Failure to fulfill duties may result in deductions from the housing benefit, compensated through additional hours or direct payment.

Performance will be reviewed by the Conmigo team on a monthly basis

Pets

Pet friendly

Termination Clause:

No early termination is allowed for the Caretaker. Any early termination by Conmigo Vacation Rentals is as follows:

Immediate termination for gross negligence, theft, or willful property damage.

A 14-day notice for termination based on performance issues, with an opportunity to address deficiencies.

Early contract termination by the caretaker requires a 30-day notice and forfeiture of housing benefits at the end of that period.

Housing Agreement:

Rules regarding property use and maintenance of the living quarters.

Terms of the housing benefit tied to the caretaker role.

Policies for early termination of the housing arrangement.

Apply Here

Call or Email Hannah at 385-425-4818 or hannah@stayconmigo.com