This position includes people able to assist in the maintenance of heritage’s building and grounds. Willingness to work in all weather and stand for long periods of time. Assist maintenance staff with various routine day-to-day maintenance projects and special one-time projects which may include: painting facilities, carpentry, parking lot attending, minor horticultural assisting, exhibit building, cleaning, etc. These volunteers ensure that the 100 Acres of Heritage Museums which is home to 65 acres of Gardens,13,000 collections including 39 American Automobiles are kept in a clean, safe and secure facility.
Qualifications:
Basic carpentry and repair skills a plus, ability to lift 50 lbs and valid MA driver’s license required. The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience in similar position.
How To Apply:
If you have any questions, please contact Danielle Davis at ddavis@heritagemuseums.org or 508.888.3300 ext 108 or visit http://heritagemuseumsandgardens.org/about-us/join-our-team/volunteers/ for more information
Apply by:
April 13, 2015
About this Organization:
Heritage Museums & Gardens, a 42-year-old not for profit, is the largest public garden in Southern New England. It is located on 100 acres of gardens and nature trails on the banks of Shawme Pond in Historic Sandwich. In addition to the magnificent grounds, known for their encyclopedic collections of daylilies, hostas and hydrangeas, the estate holds a nationally significant collection of Dexter rhododendrons, specialty gardens, water features, and sculpture. Hidden Hollow, a new family-friendly feature, is a place for exploration of the natural world and learning about environmental stewardship. Heritage offers three buildings housing permanent exhibits of world-class automobiles, a working carousel, nationally significant American Folk Art, and changing special exhibits on aspects of American culture.