New Windsor, New York, United States · On-site
$25/hr
Who We Are Storm King Art Center is a 500-acre outdoor museum located in New York’s Hudson Valley, where visitors experience large-scale sculpture, site-specific commissions, and groundbreaking temporary exhibition…
Skills: Grounds Maintenance, Landscaping, Heavy Machinery Operation, Tree Trimming, Planting
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Perform skilled grounds maintenance including mowing, pruning, planting, and snow removal across a 500-acre outdoor museum. Support facilities and conservation efforts by maintaining equipment and assisting with the installation and care of sculptures.
Requires a minimum of 3 years of experience in grounds maintenance or landscaping and a valid NYS Driver's License. Candidates must be able to perform heavy physical labor, including lifting up to 90 lbs, in all weather conditions.
Who We Are
Storm King Art Center is a 500-acre outdoor museum located in New York’s Hudson Valley, where visitors experience large-scale sculpture, site-specific commissions, and groundbreaking temporary exhibitions under open sky. Storm King’s unique landscape offers opportunities for the public to experience time outdoors and engage with art in an open and accessible environment, while artists create some of their most ambitious works in conversation with the natural world.
As a member of the Storm King team, you will be part of our mission to protect and celebrate both the creative and the natural world around us. Our team is committed to fostering a diverse, supportive, and inclusive workplace, where every employee can thrive and grow.
Position Summary
Working under the general direction of the Director of Facilities & Conservation, the Grounds & Maintenance Worker works as part of a team responsible for performing skilled grounds maintenance, including mowing, pruning, weeding, planting, fertilizing, and caring for shrubbery and all planting areas. This team also maintains the quality of sidewalks and parking areas by ensuring they are cleared of trash, debris, snow, and ice. This role represents a unique opportunity for someone who has both experience maintaining large outdoor areas as well as the physical desire and ability to execute the work.
The ideal candidate feels a sense of purpose in caring for our unique landscape while maintaining a commitment to personal safety and the wellbeing of everyone on site, including visitors and other staff.
Why Join Us?
At Storm King, we believe in nurturing our people as much as we do our art and land. Here’s what you can expect:
The Grounds & Maintenance Worker responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Grounds Maintenance
Equipment Operation & Maintenance
Facilities & Conservation Support
Skills and Qualifications
Working Environment
Hours/Schedules
This position is full-time, non-exempt.
Typical work hours are Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm. Schedules may vary based on seasonality and organizational needs.
Benefits and Salary
Storm King Art Center offers a collaborative and supportive environment where employees can thrive. Our benefits package reflects our commitment to work-life balance and includes comprehensive health benefits, retirement savings, and resources to support your well-being.
How to Apply
To be considered for this role, please submit your cover letter and resume. We’re excited to meet individuals who are passionate about creating a positive impact in the workplace and contributing to Storm King’s legacy of art and nature. Only those being considered will be contacted. No phone inquiries, please.
This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.
Storm King Art Center is dedicated to creating a workplace that reflects our values of accessibility, inclusion, and respect for all. We are an equal opportunity employer and make employment decisions based on merit, without regard to protected characteristics.
Storm King Art Center does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other related consideration.
Storm King Art Center is a 500-acre outdoor museum located in New York’s Hudson Valley, where visitors experience large-scale sculpture and site-specific commissions under open sky. Committed to supporting artists and stewarding its landscape, Storm King nurtures a vibrant bond between art, nature, and people, creating a place where discovery is limitless.
Offices: 1 Museum Road, New Windsor, New York 12553, US
Storm King Art Center is a 500-acre outdoor museum located in New York’s Hudson Valley, where visitors experience large-scale sculpture and site-specific commissions under open sky. Committed to supporting artists and stewarding its landscape, Storm King nurtures a vibrant bond between art, nature, and people, creating a place where discovery is limitless.
Offices: 1 Museum Road, New Windsor, New York 12553, US
