Overview:
An hourly, part-time (20-30 hours per week), seasonal position with primary responsibilities for grounds keeping and all that is entailed in keeping Norskedalen healthy and safe for guests throughout Norskedalen’s properties while providing support to Maintenance Coordinator, Executive Director, Coordinators and Volunteers. Reports to Maintenance Coordinator.
Qualifications:
· Experience in subjects appropriate to grounds keeping at Norskedalen.
· Flexibility to handle the unexpected results of wind, weather, and wildlife events.
· Basic equipment maintenance and preventative maintenance skills.
· Basic carpentry and wood working skills.
· Ability to work both as part of a team and individually.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
· Grounds Keeping (50%):
o Mowing meadows, hiking trails and related grounds to maintain park-like settings around guest areas.
o Maintaining guest areas to insure guest safety. This includes gravel areas, woodchuck tunnels, etc.
o Working with Maintenance Coordinator to remove hazardous trees and similar situations.
o Assisting staff as needed in preparing for education programs, tour group visits and special events.
· Preventative Maintenance (50%):
o Perform regular maintenance such as oil changes, blade sharpening, etc., as needed to keep equipment in good and safe working condition.
o Work with Maintenance Coordinator in performing maintenance on historic buildings that meets Museum Industry Standards for historic maintenance.
Essential Functions:
· Works cooperatively to promote and advance the mission of Norskedalen, and upholds all personnel policies and procedures
· Must be able to lift 25 pounds, have the ability to climb a short ladder, and have mobility to move around on uneven ground throughout the site to present and monitor programs
· Uses Vision, Fingering and Oral Skills for public speaking and communication with visitors and volunteers
· Creates a friendly, positive, safe environment that encourages people to return again
· Able to help as needed for all daily operational tasks and events
· Contributes to the success of fundraisers and special events
· Promotes Norskedalen’s Core Values in all decisions and actions. Occasional evening and weekend work.
Join our team as a Groundskeeper and contribute to creating beautiful outdoor spaces for our community!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour
Experience:
- Maintenance: 1 year (Required)
- Groundskeeping: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Coon Valley, WI 54623 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Coon Valley, WI 54623: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person