Grounds Assistant II

About the Clark:

The Clark is a leading cultural institution and actively seeks employees who are energized and motivated by its dual mission as an art museum and a center for research and higher education, dedicated to advancing and extending the public understanding of art. The Clark’s mission and its geographical location define three essential aspects of its character and identity: the quality of its art, the beauty of its pastoral setting, and the depth of its commitment to the generation of ideas. Clark employees enjoy the opportunity to live and work in the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts, a place of rich natural beauty, a dynamic environment defined by its deep cultural resources, and a region that is growing as both a center of innovation and a major tourist destination.

Under general supervision, performs a variety of duties to maintain and clean the Institute’s grounds, plantings, walks, drives, parking, picnic areas and trails; maintaining the highest quality horticultural standards for all plant material. Position begins July 1, 2025.

Major Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions):

• Grow and maintain lawns; maintain scenic, nature and picnic areas ensuring they are orderly, safe and ready for use by visitors and staff.
• Maintain walks, roads and parking areas, trails including snow and ice removal.
• Maintain, troubleshoot and repair all gardening and grounds-related equipment including tractors, carts, and attachments. Maintain and perform simple repairs on fleet vehicles, snow plows and snow blowers.
• Perform weeding, insect and disease control. Apply insecticides according to product guidelines and with delegated responsibility by licensed supervisor.
• Plant, prune, water and fertilize trees, shrubs, perennials and annuals using proper horticultural methods.
• Answer visitor questions providing accurate information in a courteous, friendly manner.
• Observe and follow all safety rules, regulations and practices.
• Assist facilities crew with projects during winter months.
• Understand and establish guidelines set for maintaining a sustainable landscape.
• Maintenance of the Water Fountain and work with Maintenance staff to ensure the fountain works properly. Replace heads as needed.
• Set up for special events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Hourly Range:: $21.75-24.00

Minimum Qualifications:

Education, Training, and Skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Current pesticide licenses for chemical use preferred.
• Solid customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.

Work Experience:

• 1-3 years of relevant experience.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical Demands:
  • Able to perform the following physical requirements continuously:
    • Lifting under 40 lbs
    • Standing
    • Walking on uneven surfaces
    • Climbing stairs
    • Bending
    • Simple hand grasping
  • Able to perform the following physical requirements frequently:
    • Lifting over 40 lbs
    • Using oil or chemicals
    • Climbing ladders
    • Stooping
    • Walking on wet or slippery surfaces
    • Reaching

• Work Environment: Work will be performed in an office environment, museum spaces, mechanical spaces, and outdoors. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate but can be high. Weather outdoors can be inclement.

Employment at the Clark is contingent on the verification of background information submitted by the applicant.

The Clark is an equal opportunity employer, and is committed to the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA). We strongly encourage applications from individuals from all identities and backgrounds.

The Clark provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or transgender status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The Clark considers equivalent combinations of experience and education for certain jobs. All candidates who believe they possess equivalent experience and education are encouraged to apply.