Grounds and Maintenance Assistant

Position Title: Grounds and Maintenance Assistant                              

Date: August 2026

Reports To: Director of Preservation & Maintenance        

FLSA: Non-exempt/Full-time

Salary: $22.00 – $24.00 hourly rate

The House of the Seven Gables Settlement Association is committed to building and retaining a diverse and inclusive staff. We welcome applications from candidates with a wide range of relevant backgrounds and experiences, even if they do not exactly meet the qualifications described below. We will consider candidates’ transferable skills as part of our evaluation process.

Position Overview:

This position is responsible for assisting the Groundskeeper and Director of Preservation and Maintenance in maintaining the historic grounds and buildings of the House of the Seven Gables’ and helping with all general needs in maintaining the physical appearance and upkeep of the campus grounds. This position reports to the Director of Preservation and Maintenance and is a full-time, 40 hr/week position.

Essential Job Functions:

• Groundskeeping duties include:
  • Pruning bushes and trees;
  • Raking and properly disposing of leaves; spreading mulch
  • Maintaining walkways and paths
  • Assistance in landscaping projects under the supervision of the Groundskeeper
• Building maintenance duties include:
  • Interior and Exterior Painting
  • Changing HVAC filters, replacing broken lightbulbs
  • Occasional light carpentry work under the supervision of the Preservation Carpenter
• Other maintenance duties include:
  • Opening site two days a week, Must be available to open on Sundays
  • Cleaning, waste removal
  • Event setups
  • Other duties as required

Preparation, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Landscaping and painting and general carpentry skills are preferred but not required
• Knowledge of workplace safety
• Willingness to learn traditional horticultural care and historic carpentry methods to adhere to Gable’s historic preservation requirements

Working Conditions/Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift heavy objects up to 50lbs
• Physical stamina and ability to climb ladders, lift and carry objects
• Utilizes power and hand tools such as, lawn mowers, leaf blowers, power saws, drills, shovels, picks, etc.
• Works inside and outside including during inclement weather, such as heat, rain, cold and snow.
• Exposure to chemicals included in commercial cleaning products and paints, within safe OSHA limits

Supervisory Responsibility: This position does not require any supervisory responsibilities

Wage/Benefits:

• $22.00 – $24.00 hourly rate (Typically starts at the minimum)
• Medical, Dental, 403(b), Vacation, Sick Time, and paid life insurance
• Fun, beautiful and supportive environment
• Discounts in the Museum Store
• Complimentary Museum Membership
• Seasonal and annual staff outings and celebrations

No phone calls, please.

To Apply: Please email a resume and cover letter to Human Resources Manager & Administrative Officer Jackie Besse at jbesse@7gables.org

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job. The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.

*External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case by case basis.