Grounds & Maintenance Worker
About The Position
Working under the general direction of the Director of Facilities & Conservation, the Grounds & Maintenance Worker works as part of a team responsible for performing skilled grounds maintenance, including mowing, pruning, weeding, planting, fertilizing, and caring for shrubbery and all planting areas. This team also maintains the quality of sidewalks and parking areas by ensuring they are cleared of trash, debris, snow, and ice. This role represents a unique opportunity for someone who has both experience maintaining large outdoor areas as well as the physical desire and ability to execute the work. The ideal candidate feels a sense of purpose in caring for our unique landscape while maintaining a commitment to personal safety and the wellbeing of everyone on site, including visitors and other staff.
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in grounds maintenance or landscaping (no prior conservation support experience necessary)
- Experience operating and maintaining heavy machinery, such as lawnmowers, chainsaws, tree chippers, all-terrain forklifts, snow removal vehicles, etc.
- Proficiency in operating groundskeeping equipment, hand tools, power tools, and other machinery (training also provided)
- Valid NYS Drivers’ License required
- Ability to follow both oral and written instructions and communicate effectively with others
- Ability to work both independently and in teams
Responsibilities
- Mowing lawns with riding or push mowers
- Trimming and edging around trees and sculptures
- Trimming and removing trees and bushes
- Planting nursery stock with both manual labor and operation of electrically-powered and gasoline-powered equipment and machines
- Use hand and power tools in planting, cultivating, and trimming grounds and landscaping
- Planting trees and shrubbery
- Fertilizing and watering trees and plants
- Remove snow by shoveling and/or operating mechanical snow removal equipment
- Emergency storm response
- Work and travel off site when necessary for the maintenance of other properties
- Maintain a clean and orderly environment in workshop and storage area
- Monitor inventory and equipment care
- Safely operate light vehicles such as lifts, riding mowers, sprayers, and golf carts
- Follow all OSHA safety standards associated with the landscape, horticultural, tree and construction industry
- Ensure that grounds and maintenance equipment are operational by performing routine and preventative maintenance and cleaning of tools and machines
- Support with general maintenance of site, including occasionally assisting with repairs & installation of artwork
- Fill out maintenance reports and take photos for documentation purposes
- Assist with the conservation of sculptures and fabrication, installation of exhibitions, and removal of exhibitions pieces both outside and in the indoor galleries
- Support with ad-hoc requests to support Facilities & Conservation as necessary
Benefits
- Collaborative and Inclusive Culture: Work in an environment that values each team member’s perspective and fosters a spirit of inclusivity and collaboration.
- Professional Growth: With a focus on innovation, we support your development through ongoing training, mentoring, and opportunities to enhance your skills.
- Flexibility and Balance: Enjoy a work environment that promotes work-life balance, with flexibility to meet both professional and personal needs.
- Comprehensive Benefits: We offer a generous benefits package that reflects our commitment to the well-being of our team.
- Boot allowance and uniform provided
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
