Seasonal Landscaper

Job Title: Seasonal Steward

Join The Trustees of Reservations, a non-profit conservation organization, in preserving and protecting Massachusetts' natural and cultural treasures. As a Seasonal Steward, you will play a vital role in maintaining the beauty and integrity of our properties.

About The Trustees

The Trustees of Reservations is a proud equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any protected status. We strive to reflect and effectively serve the residents and communities of Massachusetts, who are at the core of our mission.

Job Summary

The Seasonal Steward will work in concert with the Stewardship Manager and Steward to deliver excellent standards in maintenance of Moraine Farm, Appleton Farms, and other properties on the North Shore of Massachusetts. This position is full-time (40 hrs/wk) and seasonal, running from approximately May 1 to October 31.

Responsibilities

• Work in concert with and under the direction of the Stewardship Manager and full-time Steward to plan and perform the day-to-day maintenance, stewardship, and conservation of properties.
• Implement seasonal maintenance programs for grounds keeping and landscaping or as directed.
• Assist specialist teams (trails, buildings & structures, agroecology, horticulture, collections) as needed in stewardship conservation projects.
• Support visitor experience, safety, and services through safety patrols, monitoring, and ensuring proper wayfinding, and clean and functioning facilities.
• Participation in activities at other Trustees properties may occasionally be required.
• Other duties as assigned with or without accommodation.

Requirements

• Previous landscape maintenance, horticulture, trails maintenance, roadway grading, and/or field maintenance experience.
• Experience maintaining cultural/historic landscapes and/or maintaining structures and building systems a plus.
• Experience with minor plumbing and irrigation repairs, painting, and carpentry.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team member.
• Proven ability to complete assigned tasks and projects, meet deadlines, and manage multiple tasks.
• The ability to operate motor vehicles, tractor/loader, and turf maintenance equipment.

Work Environment

• Variable outdoor weather conditions, including exposure to sun, heat, and humidity.
• This position often requires working with and around noisy equipment and in physically demanding and dirty environments.
• Occasional exposure to biting insects and poison ivy.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds of materials or gear.
• Routine driving (sitting), bending, reaching, lifting, and walking.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

• 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Monday-Friday.
• 40 hours/week.

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