Grounds Worker

Museum Summary

Plimoth Patuxet Museums is a living history museum of the 17th-century that provides engaging and experiential outdoor and indoor learning environments on its main campus, and at Mayflower II on Plymouth’s waterfront, and at the Plimoth Grist Mill. Our permanent exhibits tell the complex and interwoven stories of two distinct cultures - English and Wampanoag.

Operating on a remarkable property overlooking Cape Cod Bay, Plimoth Patuxet brings the story of the United States’ early foundation to life for hundreds of thousands of visitors each year since its founding in 1947. The main exhibits are enhanced with an exciting array of special events, public programs and workshops that offer a rich and diverse exploration of the 17th-century.

Plimoth Patuxet Museums Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all employees.

Position Summary

The Grounds Worker is responsible for the maintenance appearance of our outdoor spaces. The Grounds Worker will have a passion for landscaping and grounds maintenance, ensuring that our facilities are clean, safe, and visually appealing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Operate and maintain landscaping equipment and tools, ensuring they are in safe and working condition.

  • Operate a variety of hand and power tools, and construction equipment and vehicles.

  • Assist with planting, pruning, mowing, and maintaining flower beds, lawns, shrubs, and trees.

  • Perform routine maintenance on grounds equipment, such as lawn mowers, trimmers, and blowers.

  • Remove debris, litter, and leaves from sidewalks, parking lots, and other outdoor areas to ensure a tidy environment.

  • Assist in the installation and maintenance of irrigation systems, ensuring proper watering of plants and grass.

  • Follow all safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment for yourself and others.

  • Participate in snow removal, leaf collection, and other seasonal activities as needed.

  • Report any damage, hazards, or maintenance needs to the supervisor promptly.

  • Ability to learn CPR and First aid

  • Provide a friendly and welcoming presence for all guests and coworkers throughout the Museum.

  • Will support the Museum's mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy.

This description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of key responsibilities of the job as it is at present, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. This job description may be reviewed by management at any time either to ensure that it relates to the job currently being performed, or to incorporate changes. Management reserves the right to change a job description; and if/when doing so will discuss with the employee so that any changes are understood by the employee.

Required Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Ability to: Use cleaning materials, equipment and methods according to predetermined standards.

  • Learn and apply knowledge of the schedules, procedures and use of equipment and supplies used in custodial work.

  • Perform minor repairs to tools, equipment and facilities.

  • Maintain tools and equipment assigned, in a clean working order and proper storage.

  • Plan, organize and prioritize work; meet schedules and time lines.

  • Understand and follow oral and written directions.

  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

  • Valid Driver’s License.

Education and Experience

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent

  • Sufficient training and 3 years of Maintenance experience to demonstrate the knowledge and skills.

  • Valid Driver’s License.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Duties may include:

  • While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to sit or stand, crouch or kneel and operate cleaning equipment.

  • Ability to work with changing indoor and outdoor environments.

  • Lifting, carrying and placement of various types of furniture used by the Museum.

  • Ability to lift 50 lbs.

  • Be able to transport carts with bulk furniture up to 100+ lbs.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

  • The workplace is not climate controlled.

  • This position requires indoor and outdoor work in a variety of conditions.

  • Work may be performed in dusty and smoky environments; in poorly lit areas; near open fires.

  • The noise level in the workplace varies from quiet to loud.

Additional Requirements

The Museum is open 7 days a week April through the end of November. You must be available to work Saturdays, Sundays and some holidays, including Thanksgiving Day. Thanksgiving Day is an “All-Hands On” day. Typical hours are 8:00am - 4:00pm, five days a week through the end of November. Flexibility in work hours and days off is required. Depending on the season, this position may include working additional night/weekend hours or days as needed. Schedules may change based on weather forecast, and/or low attendance for any given day.

Job Type and Salary

  • Full-time, seasonal
  • $17.25/hour

Core Commitment

Whether part-time or full-time, year-round or seasonal, all staff and volunteers at Plimoth Patuxet Museums advance the Museum’s educational mission and strategic goals. They uphold the Museum’s core values and principles in their work and in all of their interactions with the public and with coworkers. This commitment helps to ensure that Plimoth Patuxet's reputation for excellence is maintained and that, as stewards of the Museum, we are helping to create a relevant and sustainable future for Plimoth Patuxet. The core principles that guide us in our work are:

  • Safety and Comfort
  • Compassionate Customer Engagement
  • Professional Excellence
  • Personal Accountability
  • Advance a Culture of Philanthropy
  • Teamwork

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting a PDF file of your resume, and cover letter to apply@plimoth.org, or by submitting them by US mail to the following address:

Plimoth Patuxet Museums
Attn: Human Resources
137 Warren Avenue
Plymouth, MA 02360