Facilities Associate Groundskeeper
- Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival
- Becket, Massachusetts
- Full Time
TITLE: Seasonal Facilities Associate Groundskeeper STATUS: Full-time;
Seasonal ONSITE START DATE: ASAP END: August 28, 2025 SCHEDULE:
Monday-Friday (5) Day work week averaging 40 hrs. REPORTS TO:
Facilities, Safety & Security Director DEPARTMENT: Facilities WORKS
WITH: Departments on Campus Grounds COMPENSATION: \$24.00-27.00 per hour
We are seeking a Seasonal Facilities Associate Groundskeeper to join the
Facilities Department and work closely with/report directly to the
Facilities Manager. This position is entrusted with repairing and
maintaining the landscape around the Pillow campus grounds, buildings,
and facilities. Responsibilities include planting, mowing, weeding,
raking, trimming, and pruning. RESPONSIBILITIES - Cutting and
Maintaining Lawns and maintaining gravel pathways - Maintaining lawns,
trees, shrubs, flowers, turf and irrigation on campus - Fertilizing
lawn, trees, flowers and shrubs, and spreading mulch. - Trimming trees,
hedges and shrubs, and preventing and eliminating weeds. - Spring
cleaning, raking and picking up leaves - Collecting litter and debris
from campus grounds - Clear gravel out of grass and replaces in
pathways - Maintains Lawn mowers and other groundskeeping tools -
Keeping pathway drainage clear of debris - Spotting and reporting other
potential hazards around the campus to Facilities Manager REQUIRED
QUALIFICATIONS - Minimum 1 year of experience in groundskeeping,
maintenance, or skilled trade. - Must be 18 years or older. - Proficient
in using manual and power tools safely. - Ability to work independently
and on a team. - Valid drivers license. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS -
Ability to communicate effectively with staff and visitors to the
campus. - Ability to anticipate complications and solve problems
efficiently. - Organizational skills. WORKING CONDITIONS - Working
regularly in wooded areas with exposure to native wildlife including,
but not limited to, rodents, ticks and mosquitos. - Working regularly
outdoors in all weather conditions including inclement weather. -
Working a 5-day work week, including late evenings and weekends. -
Moving equipment up to 50 lbs alone or with assistance. - Moving through
and between multiple locations throughout the entire campus. - Remaining
in a stationary position for extended periods of time. - Working at
heights above 6 feet. - Ascending and descending straight and step
ladders. - Operating push-around or drivable person lifts, including at
heights. Not sure you meet 100% of the qualifications? Research shows
that men apply for jobs when they fulfill an average of 60% of the
criteria, but women tend to apply only if they meet 100% of them. Yet,
people who are systematically marginalized tend only to apply if they
meet every requirement. We encourage you to apply if you believe you
could excel in this role. Please use your cover letter to tell us about
what you hope to bring to this role. We are dedicated to considering a
broad array of candidates, including those with diverse workplace
experiences and backgrounds. So, whether you\'re returning to work after
a gap in employment, simply looking to transition, or taking the next
step in your career path, we will be glad to have you on our radar.
APPLICATION PROCESS - Video and/or audio applications are welcome
(though not required), in addition to written expressions of interest. -
Interview Stages: Candidates can expect to engage in up to two rounds of
interviews, conducted virtually via Zoom or In-person. - Additional
Documents: We may ask for a writing sample or a sample spreadsheet to
better understand your expertise and fit for the role. Accessibility
Accommodations: Should you require any accommodations to facilitate your
application, please don\'t hesitate to reach out to us at
.... We are committed to providing support throughout
the application journey, whether that\'s through email, a phone
conversation, or a video call.
Seasonal ONSITE START DATE: ASAP END: August 28, 2025 SCHEDULE:
Monday-Friday (5) Day work week averaging 40 hrs. REPORTS TO:
Facilities, Safety & Security Director DEPARTMENT: Facilities WORKS
WITH: Departments on Campus Grounds COMPENSATION: \$24.00-27.00 per hour
We are seeking a Seasonal Facilities Associate Groundskeeper to join the
Facilities Department and work closely with/report directly to the
Facilities Manager. This position is entrusted with repairing and
maintaining the landscape around the Pillow campus grounds, buildings,
and facilities. Responsibilities include planting, mowing, weeding,
raking, trimming, and pruning. RESPONSIBILITIES - Cutting and
Maintaining Lawns and maintaining gravel pathways - Maintaining lawns,
trees, shrubs, flowers, turf and irrigation on campus - Fertilizing
lawn, trees, flowers and shrubs, and spreading mulch. - Trimming trees,
hedges and shrubs, and preventing and eliminating weeds. - Spring
cleaning, raking and picking up leaves - Collecting litter and debris
from campus grounds - Clear gravel out of grass and replaces in
pathways - Maintains Lawn mowers and other groundskeeping tools -
Keeping pathway drainage clear of debris - Spotting and reporting other
potential hazards around the campus to Facilities Manager REQUIRED
QUALIFICATIONS - Minimum 1 year of experience in groundskeeping,
maintenance, or skilled trade. - Must be 18 years or older. - Proficient
in using manual and power tools safely. - Ability to work independently
and on a team. - Valid drivers license. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS -
Ability to communicate effectively with staff and visitors to the
campus. - Ability to anticipate complications and solve problems
efficiently. - Organizational skills. WORKING CONDITIONS - Working
regularly in wooded areas with exposure to native wildlife including,
but not limited to, rodents, ticks and mosquitos. - Working regularly
outdoors in all weather conditions including inclement weather. -
Working a 5-day work week, including late evenings and weekends. -
Moving equipment up to 50 lbs alone or with assistance. - Moving through
and between multiple locations throughout the entire campus. - Remaining
in a stationary position for extended periods of time. - Working at
heights above 6 feet. - Ascending and descending straight and step
ladders. - Operating push-around or drivable person lifts, including at
heights. Not sure you meet 100% of the qualifications? Research shows
that men apply for jobs when they fulfill an average of 60% of the
criteria, but women tend to apply only if they meet 100% of them. Yet,
people who are systematically marginalized tend only to apply if they
meet every requirement. We encourage you to apply if you believe you
could excel in this role. Please use your cover letter to tell us about
what you hope to bring to this role. We are dedicated to considering a
broad array of candidates, including those with diverse workplace
experiences and backgrounds. So, whether you\'re returning to work after
a gap in employment, simply looking to transition, or taking the next
step in your career path, we will be glad to have you on our radar.
APPLICATION PROCESS - Video and/or audio applications are welcome
(though not required), in addition to written expressions of interest. -
Interview Stages: Candidates can expect to engage in up to two rounds of
interviews, conducted virtually via Zoom or In-person. - Additional
Documents: We may ask for a writing sample or a sample spreadsheet to
better understand your expertise and fit for the role. Accessibility
Accommodations: Should you require any accommodations to facilitate your
application, please don\'t hesitate to reach out to us at
.... We are committed to providing support throughout
the application journey, whether that\'s through email, a phone
conversation, or a video call.
Job ID: 484099697
Originally Posted on: 7/4/2025
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