Grounds Staff - Full-Time/Year Round Position in Manchester, Vermont at Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home

About Hildene:

Located in southwestern Vermont, Hildene was the seasonal residence of Robert Lincoln and his wife Mary. Mr. Lincoln was the only child of President Abraham Lincoln and Mary Todd Lincoln to survive to adulthood. Between 1905 and the death of their granddaughter Mary Lincoln Beckwith in 1975, more Lincolns (three successive generations) lived at Hildene than at any other place in the world. In 1978, the non-profit Friends of Hildene purchased and preserved the estate which is open to the public year-round.

Hildene is among Vermont’s top cultural heritage sites and tourist destinations. Our nonprofit attraction is comprised of a 1905 Georgian Revival home, formal and working gardens, restored Pullman railcar Sunbeam, agricultural operations, cheesemaking facility, twelve miles of trails, and year-round programming, all on 412 acres in beautiful Manchester, Vermont. Abraham Lincoln’s values, shared through the estate his son Robert and subsequent generations maintained and cherished, are at the heart of our mission.

This year marks the 48th anniversary of the non-profit Friends of Hildene’s purchase of the Lincoln family estate. Since September 18, 1978, Hildene has welcomed nearly a million people from all over the world who have come not only to enjoy its sheer beauty, but also to deepen their understanding of cultural heritage, environmental stewardship, and civic engagement. We are now embarking on the next great phase of our growth.

Learn more at: hildene.org.

Position Overview:

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Full-Time, Year-Round Grounds staff member to join our team!

Key Responsibilities:

• Lawn care, including mowing, edging and trimming.
• Building and infrastructure maintenance.
• General trail maintenance.
• Snow/ice removal.
• Parking direction for buses and visitors during busy times and special events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Experience: Some basic lawn maintenance and handyman experience.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for long periods, climb ladders, and lift tools or materials (up to 50 lbs.).
• Reliability: A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to travel between job sites. Job schedule be determined.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal skills for collaborating with team members and communicating with clients.

Salary Description

$20 - $22 per hour, depending on experience