Seasonal Weed Crew Member

Who We Are:

Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers The Trustees of Reservations (The Trustees) is Massachusetts premier conservation and preservation organization. The Trustees preserves for public use and enjoyment properties of exceptional scenic historic and ecological value in properties are open to all and we thrive by involving as many people as possible in all that we do. We aim to protect special places for future generations to enjoy in perpetuity and have helped protect more than 50000 acres including 27000 acres on more than 120 reservations that are open to the public. As a non-profit conservation organization we are funded and supported entirely by our visitors supporters volunteers and our 100000 Member encourage you to learn more about The Trustees on our website .

Posting Information:

Hourly Rate:$17.00 - $18.00/hour

Hours per week:20

Job Classification:SeasonalNonexempt

Job Type:Onsite

Duration:June1August31

Location:PowissetFarm Dover MA

WhatYoullDo:

Your Impact:

As amember of the Seasonal Weed Crew you willsupporttheTrusteesmissionandPowissetFarmscommitmentto connectingour communityto food and the land on which it grows.

PowissetFarm islocatedon ancestral and unceded lands of the Wampanoag Nipmuc and Massachusetts peoples and has a long history of agricultural enterprises from its First Peoples to Amelia Peabodys legendary farm famous for its breed stock of Hereford cattle and Yorkshire pigs.

Today our farm is better known for its CSA (community supported agriculture) operation. Bypurchasinga share atPowissetFarm CSA members help to create community around our farm and their commitment to locally grown produce. They receive vegetables each week throughout the growing season and harvest pick-your-own crops as well. The vegetable operation atPowissetsupplies an on-site farm stand a Mobile Market program an on-farm commercial kitchen and wholesale accounts. We are committed to growing our community by connecting people to food and the land on which it grows.

The Role:

As aSeasonalWeed Crew Member you willhandleessentialfarm workon a daily basis: planting seeding weeding hoeing harvesting post-harvest vegetable handling and fall farm willmeet the physical challenges of farmingalongside a small farm team.

Specificallyyoull:

• Seed transplantcompletefield preparations cultivate harvest and distribute produce

• Perform field work both alone and as part of a team

This is a seasonalnonexemptpositionworking20hoursperweekreporting directly toThe Field Crop Manager.

What Youll Need:

Skills and Experience:

• Responsible and adaptable team member
• Prior farm experience is preferred but not required
• Ability to lift 40 pounds
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Eligibility Criteria:

• Current authorization to work in the United States a candidate must have such authorization by his or her first day of employment
• A valid drivers license as well as a satisfactory driving record as outlined in The Trustees driving policy
• A satisfactory criminal background (CORI) check

Dont quite have all the skills and experience listed aboveWe still want to hear from you! Research shows that historically marginalized groups are less likely to apply if they do not meet every single requirement. We are committed to building a diverse team and encourage you to apply even if you are missing some of the skills and experience above.

Have questionsContact our People team at!

Your Benefits:

• Sick Time: 40 hours

• 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.

• Farm-grown produce for individual use

Equal Opportunity and Diversity:

The Trustees is a proud equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any protected status including but not limited to age race ethnicity sex gender sexual preferences nation of origin religion or disability status and strongly encourages applications from people of color persons with varying abilities women and LGBTQ applicants. We aspire to reflect and effectively serve the residents and communities of Massachusetts who are at the core of our mission.

The Trustees commitment to advancing the organizations vision for this work may be found here:Diversity Belonging Inclusion and Equity.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible work environment. To request reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process please contact us at.