Property Steward
Mass Audubon•Edgartown, MA
•Onsite
About The Position
Mass Audubon is looking for a dedicated seasonal Property Steward to work closely with the Property Manager at Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary in Edgartown, MA to help manage buildings, trails and grounds, assist with animal care, support staff and volunteers, and maintain clean facilities.
Requirements
- Excellent reliability and time management skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to perform physical work, sometimes outdoors under adverse conditions
- Ability to walk over rough terrain for extended periods of time and lift and carry up to 40 lbs
- Strong communication skills and ability to effectively interact with others
- Competency with basic forms of technology including email, internet, and Microsoft Office Suite (Teams)
- Valid driver’s license and completion of a driver record check
Nice To Haves
- Carpentry skills, tractor experience, and chainsaw training
- Prior maintenance and/or construction experience
- Prior landscaping experience
Responsibilities
- Assist with the maintenance and repair of sanctuary trails, boardwalks, signage, picnic tables, and program spaces
- Perform daily general maintenance tasks including cleaning the nature center, and public restrooms; removing rubbish and recycling
- Assist with general landscaping including gardening, weed whacking, invasive species control, and mowing
- Work with the Property Manager to develop weekly work plans to be completed both independently and cooperatively
- Assist with maintenance of basic equipment such as hand tools and power tools
- Provide care for Sanctuary Animal Ambassadors including feeding and habitat cleaning and maintenance
Benefits
- Shared dorm-style housing may be available.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
