Restoration Assistant

Historic Hudson Valley (HHV) is seeking a Year-Round Part-Time Restoration Assistant to help maintain our facilities as part of the Buildings, Grounds & Security Department. The Restoration Assistant would work closely with a Restoration Shop Lead, Restoration Specialist, and report to the Director of Buildings, Grounds, and Security. We are seeking an enthusiastic, reliable and results-oriented individual that is interested in growing with our dynamic organization.

HHV is a Westchester-based cultural non-profit that welcomes visitors to five National Historic Landmarks, including Philipsburg Manor, Van Cortlandt Manor, and Washington Irving’s Sunnyside. HHV offers an array of K-12 school programs, public tours, and seasonal festivals including the Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze. The organization has a national reputation for groundbreaking on-site educational programs and award-winning digital content in the areas of Northern colonial enslavement, regional women’s history, and storytelling.

Primary Responsibility: Perform carpentry and mechanical tasks and support the overall success of the maintenance/ restoration department

• Perform skilled carpentry tasks
• Perform building restoration and repairs
• Perform basic plumbing and electric tasks, lock, and hardware installations
• Perform exterior and interior preparation and painting
• Assist in the set up and dismantling of special events and education programs
• Assist with grounds work, snow removal and sanding when required
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Demonstrated experience in building craft skills
• Familiarity with tools, equipment, and techniques necessary to efficiently perform assigned tasks
• Proficient in using electrical and manual equipment and measurement tools (powered saws, hammers, rulers etc.)
• Good knowledge of English and Math, and an ability to read construction documents and drawings
• Able to climb stairs, comfortable performing work on ladders and scaffolding
• Good physical condition and endurance, able to lift 50 lbs.
• Willingness to always follow safety guidelines
• Able to work alone or with a team
• Valid drivers’ license
• High school diploma or GED
• Familiar with Microsoft Office

Work Conditions:

• Exposed to varied weather conditions
• Work with various power tools, chemicals
• Extended periods of walking, standing, bending, and stooping
• Travel to other HHV locations

• Weekend, evening, and holiday hours

Historic Hudson Valley values representation and is committed to a workforce that exemplifies acceptance across race, gender, age, ability, religion, and identity. A sense of belonging in our workforce is an integral part of our history and culture; honoring all voices of the past and present is central to our mission and our impact.