Seasonal Steward

Westport, WA - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 18 - 20

Posted on: 20 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Who We Are:

Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers The Trustees of Reservations (The Trustees) is the nations premier conservation and preservation organization. TheTrusteespreserves 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 toenjoy inperpetuity and have helped protect more than50000 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:

Salary/Hourly Rate:$18-$20

Hours per week:40 hours/week

Job Classification:Limited non-exempt

Job Type:Onsite

Duration:May - November

Location:Haskell Public Gardens New Bedford MA Westport MA

WhatYoullDo:

Your Impact:

Come work on the Trustees South Shore properties! Your hard work will be rewarded with views of Boston Harbor and knowing that you are helping make our properties accessible to thousands of people every year!

The Role:

The Trusteesisseeking Stewards to assist with the care of its properties on the South aSteward you willperform routine maintenance on these properties caring for the fields trails gardens structures and other natural and cultural features. Day to day operations include mowing reservation entrances trimming brushmaintainingwalking trails mowing cultural landscapes invasive speciesremovaland more.

Specificallyyoull:

Maintaining parking areas fences and trails

Routine maintenance of landscapes including mowing fields and lawns tree and shrub care and brush removal

Maintaining buildings and structures using carpentry tools paint brushes and other hand tools

Removing trash and litter

Watering newly planted trees at Worlds End

Helping with seasonal events

Other duties as assigned with or without accommodation

This is aseasonal non-exemptpositionworking40 hours/weekreporting directly tothe South Shore Stewardship Manager.

Requirements

WhatYoullNeed:

Skills and Experience:

Experience operating ride on mowing equipment preferred

Must be 18 or older

Ability to lift 50lbs.

Ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.

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 needed

A satisfactory criminal background (CORI) check.

Work environmentYou will primarily be working outside with power equipment. This can be noisy so we require hearing protection as well as other PPE to be worn while operating equipment.

Physical demandsThis is a physically rigorous job which requires operating equipment andhand heldpower tools onuneven roughterrain.

Dont quite have all the skills and experience listed above We 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!

Benefits

Your Benefits:

Sick Time: Mass Sick Time Accrual

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.

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 .

DescriptionWho We Are:Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers The Trustees of Reservations (The Trustees) is the nations premier conservation and preservation organization. TheTrusteespreserves for public use and enjoyment properties of exceptional scenic historic and ecological value in ...