ISCO Specialization 5153.1.2 House Sitter
From Open Risk Manual
Definition
House Sitter: House sitters move in the house of their employers in order to maintain security of the property during their absence. They monitor entrance areas and prevent unauthorized persons from entering the house, inspect conditions of the facility such as plumbing and heating and contact repairers if necessary. House sitters may also do some cleaning activities, forward mail and pay bills.
Essential Skills
- Ensure Private Property Security
- Register Information On Arrivals And Departures
- Show Responsibility
- Monitor Building Security
- Promote Human Rights
- Understand Instructions
- Follow Written Instructions
- Disseminate Messages To People
- Collect Mail
Optional Skills
- Maintain Pool Cleanliness
- Clean Surfaces
- Comply With Legal Regulations
- Feed Pets
- Clean Rooms
- Use Gardening Equipment
- Provide Dog Walking Services
- Nurse Plants
- Park Vehicles
- Execute Inspection Walkway
- Stay Alert
- Provide Pet Sitting Services In Owners' Homes
- Credit Card Payments
- Vacuum Surfaces
- Communicate By Telephone
- Handle Veterinary Emergencies
- Drive Vehicles
- Apply Company Policies
Alternative Names
- Custodian
- Estate Caretaker
- House Caretaker
