House Assistant Position Available In Hillsborough, New Hampshire
Tallo's Job Summary: MacDowell is hiring a House Assistant in Peterborough, NH, to maintain artist residency spaces. Full-time, 32 hours/week, $18-21/hr. Responsibilities include cleaning, event prep, and creating a welcoming environment. Must have a valid driver's license and be able to lift 25-40 lbs regularly. Benefits include health insurance, 403(b)-retirement account, and paid time off.
Job Description
House Assistant MacDowell 100 High Street, Peterborough, NH 03458 The Opportunity MacDowell, the nation’s oldest multidisciplinary artist residency program, seeks a dependable and detail-oriented House Assistant to help sustain ideal working and living conditions for ~30 artists in residence. Preferred candidates will have prior cleaning experience and a courteous, customer service orientation. We are looking for an organized and hard-working team player who will center MacDowell’s core value of care for artists in their stewardship of studios and common spaces. This position is full-time, 32 hours a week with shifts starting at 7a and ending between 12-2p. House Assistants must have a valid driver’s license and be able to regularly lift 25-40 lbs. Responsibilities Clean studios, dorms, and public buildings following standards and safety protocols set by the House Manager Sweep, scrub, vacuum, dust and polish furniture, wash windows, assist with waste removal, and similar duties Wash, dry, fold, and store linens Special event preparation, including Medal Day on June 29, 2025 Contribute to a warm, welcoming environment for artists, staff, and guests Compensation Compensation based on experience ($18-21/hr), non-exempt, benefits include employer paid health and dental insurance; life and short-term disability insurance; medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts; employer contributions to a 403(b)-retirement account; paid family leave; and generous paid time off.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$18.00 – $21.00 per hour Expected hours: 32 per week
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Paid time off Paid training Parental leave Retirement plan
Schedule:
Day shift Holidays Monday to
Friday Overtime License/Certification:
Driver’s License (Required) Ability to
Commute:
Peterborough, NH 03458 (Required)
Work Location:
In person