Seasonal Assistant Grounds and Maintenance

National Audubon Society•Dayton, OH

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Seasonal Assistant, Grounds and Maintenance, will be responsible for the maintenance of the trails and grounds of Aullwood Audubon’s 200-acre sanctuary. This includes the maintenance of over 8 miles of trails, lawns, sidewalks, patios, and boardwalks. This position will assist with maintaining Aullwood’s facilities and equipment including building and equipment repairs/ maintenance. This position will also be assisting with facilities maintenance issues in the absence of the Senior Assistant Grounds and Maintenance and Maintenance Manager. Length of Assignment: 06/15/2026 – 09/15/2026 Hours: 20 hours per week This role is on-site at Ohio Aullwood Center and Farm. Compensation: $19.00/hour

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
At least one year of experience with grounds and light mechanical work, preferably at a conservation or parks organization, plus a high school diploma or vocational training.
Ability to safely use a wide range of equipment including but not limited to chipper, dump trailer, electric clippers, basic hand tools, drills, blowers, power washer, tractors, pruning saws, zero turn and push mowers, tractors, and bush hogs; comfortable on ladders.
Experience checking oil on a variety of vehicles/equipment.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions and able to recognize hazards and act quickly to rectify them.
Ability to communicate effectively to staff, volunteers, and the public and to maintain positive and effective working relationships.
Comfortable interacting with the public.
Ability to maneuver up to 80 lbs. regularly, traverse over uneven ground, and work outside in extreme temperatures and inclement weather with or without accommodation.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license as operating Audubon vehicles is a requirement of this role to perform essential functions.
Experience and comfortable using standard computer equipment and software including email and Microsoft Word.
Commitment to Audubon’s organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation.

Nice To Haves

An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered.
Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments is valued.

Responsibilities

Drive and operate Audubon landscape and maintenance equipment and vehicles safely while following local and state laws and Audubon procedures for their use.
Mow lawns, weed-eat responsibly around trees, structures, and exhibits.
Follow established protocols for mowing and tree/shrub trimming, including removing dead limbs and trees on trails and lawns, utilizing loppers, and other hand and power tools, while following Audubon safety policies and procedures.
Chip tree limbs and branches.
Water and maintain trees, garden areas, and landscaped areas.
Assist in carrying out Aullwood’s land management plan to maintain native landscapes and removal of invasive plants and shrubs as needed.
Assist volunteers as needed when they are carrying out mowing, planting, trimming and general clean up.
Assist in facility repairs such as changing light bulbs and other light maintenance work.
Assist in equipment maintenance including checking oil and belts.
Power wash facilities/buildings as necessary.
Assist with set up and tear down and work special events.
Responsible for following policies and procedures regarding updating logs for facilities, land work and vehicles.
Open and close facilities and gates when directed.
Conduct EPA water testing as scheduled and/or when requested.
Assist with farm chores and caring for livestock when needed.
Sweep trails of visitors at the end of the day as scheduled and/or requested.
Assists with emergency situations such as power outages during open hours when working.
Assists with checking facilities and checking and clearing trails after weather events.
Maintain and foster culture of safety.
Other job-related duties as assigned.