Join Our Team

Required Skills, Competencies, and Qualities:

Landscape Management & Maintenance:

• Maintain and care for the museum’s 7-acre grounds, with a particular focus on indigenous plant species and native landscaping, ensuring sustainable care and growth.
• Perform regular inspection of the landscape for any signs of plant disease, pest infestation, or other potential issues, addressing them promptly.
• Trim, prune, and mulch plants as needed, ensuring proper growth and aesthetic appeal.
• Monitor irrigation systems, adjusting settings to ensure proper water distribution while conserving water resources.
• Manage seasonal planting, including the planting and care of seasonal flowers, shrubs, and trees native to the region.
• Preserve and care for the hardscape elements, such as walkways, garden structures, and water features, ensuring they remain clean, safe, and visually appealing.
• Work with the volunteer coordinator to schedule museum volunteers and the Master Gardener’s Association to work in the garden on a monthly basis.

Facilities Maintenance:

• Assist with repairs and maintenance in and around the museum, including painting, cleaning of outdoor fixtures, and other equipment maintenance.
• Help monitor the general condition of museum facilities, reporting any significant issues to the Director of Facilities.
• Ensure all equipment and tools are maintained and stored properly, with a focus on safety and operational efficiency.

Housekeeping and Event Setup Support: 

• Assist with routine housekeeping tasks including maintaining cleanliness of outdoor spaces, picking up litter, and ensuring trash and recycling bins are regularly emptied.
• Support event setup and breakdown, including arranging furniture, setting up tents, and ensuring event spaces are ready for internal and external events.
• Work closely with event coordinators to ensure that all landscaping elements enhance the experience of guests, making adjustments where necessary.

Qualifications and Work Experience Requirements: 

• A minimum of 2-4 years’ experience in grounds and landscaping
• High School and/or Trade School graduate with 5-7 years building maintenance experience.
• General maintenance knowledge of electrical circuits, including 480 VAC 3 phase, HVAC systems, including chilled water, and plumbing systems, including drain lines and water supply lines.
• Must contribute to a positive working environment and cooperate with co-workers in a variety of ways including computer, phone and verbal skills.
• Must be able to use all manners of landscaping power tools associated with the job safely.
• Proven experience in groundskeeping, horticulture, or a related field; experience with indigenous plants and sustainable landscaping practices is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of hardscape features, irrigation systems, and garden equipment.
• Ability to perform light physical labor, including lifting, bending, and working outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Strong attention to detail and an eye for aesthetics in maintaining museum grounds.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, with excellent communication and time-management skills.
• Flexibility and willingness to assist with various museum-related tasks as needed, especially during events.
• Previous experience with minor facilities maintenance or handyman skills is a plus.

Mission Statement: The Eiteljorg Museum explores the intersection of the arts, histories and cultures of the past and present by sharing the diverse stories of the American West and the Indigenous Peoples of North America.

Vision and Values: The Eiteljorg Museum is committed to being a welcoming environment where people feel a sense of belonging. We aim to build authentic connections through artistic expressions and educational programs, creating thought-provoking experiences that explore our past, present, and shared future. We amplify the voices of artists and champion their creative expression, representing the intersection of cultures and perspectives to create a place where transformation is possible. Our diverse story of human accomplishment, adversity, and perseverance is told with respect and sensitivity to all peoples and cultures. We uphold the values of integrity, respect, collaboration, and excellence as paramount to accomplishing our mission. Integrity involves stewarding our collection, resources, processes, and relationships with honesty and transparency. Respect is intentionally weaving diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion into every aspect of the Museum. Collaboration involves developing and sustaining authentic internal and external relationships that support common goals. Excellence is about creating exceptional experiences.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: The Eiteljorg Museum is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and strive to support a workforce that reflects the rich diversity of the communities we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer.

ADA Requirements: The Eiteljorg Museum is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Museum will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job, unless such accommodations would cause undue hardship. If you require accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at 317.275.1335 . We will work with you to meet your needs in a confidential and respectful manner. The Eiteljorg Museum values diversity and inclusion and encourages all qualified individuals to apply.

Physical and Work Environment Demands: Grounds and Facilities Technician role primarily involves working outdoors. Must be able to work at various heights using ladders, lifts and scaffolding. Must be able to lift heavy objects up to 50lbs. Must be able to use all manner of power tolls associated with the job in a safe manner. The role involves outdoor work in all seasons, requiring physical stamina and the ability to lift and carry heavy objects. Occasional evening or weekend work will be required, particularly during event setups and museum functions. Safety equipment and training will be provided to ensure safe handling of equipment and tools. Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance. Although the position generally follows a standard work week, flexibility is required to accommodate events, meetings, and other activities that may occur outside of regular business hours, including some evenings, weekends, and holidays.