Seasonal Steward

The Trustees of Reservations•Williamsburg, MA

2d•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Ready to play an integral role in ensuring that our visitors enjoy our extraordinary places? We experience an influx of visitors of all ages and backgrounds who want to explore and be inspired by our properties, including sandy beaches, wooded trails, cultural gardens, historic homes, community supported agriculture—there are many ways for visitors to discover and explore The Trustees, and just as many opportunities for seasonal employees to make each visitor’s experience special. The Role : Stewards perform routine maintenance on Trustees properties, caring for the fields, trails, gardens, structures, trailhead parking areas, and other natural and cultural features.  Day-to-day operations include a variety of tasks including mowing lawn areas, trimming brush, trash cleaning, maintaining walking trails, and engaging visitors.  This position provides great experience in the logistics of park management, natural resources conservation, wildlife management, landscaping, and other related fields.  This is a full-time seasonal position from roughly April/June- September/November, working 40 hours per week.  Position is based at Beaver Brook, but will travel to other properties throughout central MA.

Requirements

Strong interest in and some experience with landscape management, trail maintenance, and structural maintenance.
Excellent communication skills to interact with the public.
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.
Experience using commercial grade landscape equipment (mowers/string trimming/etc.).
Strong commitment to the mission of The Trustees of Reservations.
The ability to work in all weather conditions, lift up to 40 pounds, push and pull heavy objects and climb ladders is required.
Current authorization to work in the United States – a candidate must have such authorization by his or her first day of employment.
A valid driver’s license, as well as a satisfactory driving record as outlined in The Trustees’ driving policy.
This role will be operating vehicles over 10k pounds and will require a DOT card.
A satisfactory criminal background (CORI) check.
The ability to work in all weather conditions, lift up to 40 pounds, push and pull heavy objects and climb ladders is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with safe use of chainsaws, tractors, and other heavy equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

Routine maintenance of landscapes including mowing fields and lawns, tree and shrub care, and brush removal
Constructing and maintaining parking areas, fences, and trails
Maintaining buildings and structures, including using carpentry tools, paint brush, and other hand tools
Removing trash and litter
Working with volunteers on property needs
Other duties as assigned with or without accommodation

Benefits

Sick Time: 40 hours of paid sick time upfront.
Reciprocity: Employees have access to free and discounted admission and membership to more than 50 nearby museums and cultural institutions.
Discounts: Enjoy free entry to all Trustees properties, discount event tickets, and discounted merchandise at our stores and on stays at our inns.

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