Seasonal Plant Care Attendant

Seasonal Plant Care Attendant

Becket, MA 01223

Overview

Salary Range $18.00 - $23.00 Hourly Position Type Part Time

Description

Jacob's Pillow seeks a Seasonal Plant Care Attendant to join the Facilities Department and work closely with/report directly to the Director of facilities safety and Security. This position is entrusted with watering and maintaining 50 flower pots, planter boxes and containers across the Pillow campus grounds, buildings, and facilities. Responsibilities include watering, weeding, trimming and pruning.

Schedule: Monday-Friday (5) Day work week up to 20 hrs Compensation: $18.00-23.00 per hour Onsite Start Date: May 4th, 2026 END: September 5th, 2026

Responsibilities

• Water all flower pots, planter boxes, and planted containers across campus
• Remove trash and dead plant material from pots, planter boxes, and containers
• Maintain watering hoses, sprinklers, and related equipment
• Identify and report issues related to watering systems, containers, or plant health

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to safely and properly use hand tools and equipment
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong communication skills when interacting with staff and campus visitors
• Ability to anticipate challenges and solve problems efficiently
• Strong organizational skills

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Regular outdoor work in wooded areas with exposure to native wildlife, including but not limited to rodents, ticks, and mosquitoes
• Ability to lift and move equipment up to 50 lbs, independently or with assistance
• Frequent movement between multiple locations across campus
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time

*Not sure you meet 100% of the qualifications? Research shows that men apply for jobs when they fulfill an average of 60% of the criteria, but women tend to apply only if they meet 100% of them. Yet, people who are systematically marginalized tend only to apply if they meet every requirement. We encourage you to apply if you believe you could excel in this role. Please use your cover letter to tell us about what you hope to bring to this role. We are dedicated to considering a broad array of candidates, including those with diverse workplace experiences and backgrounds. So, whether you're returning to work after a gap in employment, simply looking to transition, or taking the next step in your career path, we will be glad to have you on our radar.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Video and/or audio applications are welcome (though not required), in addition to written expressions of interest.

Interview Stages:

Candidates can expect to engage in up to 2 rounds of interviews, conducted virtually via Zoom/Phone and In-Person.

Additional Documents:

We may ask for work samples or a sample reporting document to better understand your expertise and fit for the role.

Accessibility Accommodations:

Should you require any accommodations to facilitate your application, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at [email protected]. We are committed to providing support throughout the application journey, whether that's through email, a phone conversation, or a video call.