Category: Full-time (Non-exempt), year round

Job Summary: The Newport Restoration Foundation, a museum and preservation organization in Newport, RI is seeking a qualified applicant to join our Grounds and Gardens Crew, at our oceanfront Rough Point museum. This role provides year round maintenance of the ground and facilities of historic properties with the ability to work in a variety of inclement weather conditions. Work is performed as part of a crew or independently. Gardener/Landscaper is available as an on call employee for snow removal and disaster response.

Salary Range:

$45,760-$47,840 ($22.00-$23.00 hour)

Full-time, year round position, Monday-Friday

100% employer paid medical, dental vision, insurance,

100% employer paid life, long term disability and AD & D insurance

Employer contribution to health savings account,

401(k) contribution (not a match)

15 vacation days, 10 sick days, 12 holidays

Cellphone and boot stipend

Professional development assistance

Oceanfront location in Newport and free on-site parking

Specific Responsibilities:

• Maintenance and mowing of lawns
• Trimming of hedges from ground and/or ladder
• Edging and mulching
• Planting of trees and shrubs
• Weeding
• Spring and Fall leaf clean-up
• Tree work including pruning
• Snow removal including plowing
•  Masonry repairs and hardscape installation
• General cleaning of shop and facilities
• Other projects as requested by Lead Groundskeeper

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least five years garden and landscaping experience and a strong working knowledge of plant material and attention to detail
• Proficient in the use of all necessary equipment including, but not limited to, walk behind mower, zero turn and tractor mounted lawn mowers, weed trimmers, chainsaws, leaf blowers, snow blowers, snowplows, gas generators, gas and electric hedge trimmers, sod cutters, over seeders, walk behind or tractor mounted aerators, rototillers, woodchippers and handheld or backpack sprayers
• Work from extended heights using extension ladders
• Comfortable using hand tools for gardening tasks
• Valid driver’s license and maintain status to drive vehicles
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. is required
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Personal qualities of a strong work ethic, attention to detail and ability to work efficiently.

The position is a year-round position. NRF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The job description is meant to outline the role, but not define potential candidates. If you do not meet all the qualifications, but are enthusiastic about the work of NRF and this position, please apply!

Interested candidates should submit a résumé to or their employment history and contact information to maeve@newportrestoration.org by EOD on Friday, March 14th, 2025. EOE.