Description

About The Organization:  

The Trustees is an organization with a fascinating past and an exciting future. Our places are open to all and we thrive by involving as many people as possible in what we do. Founded in 1891, by a group of visionary volunteers, we preserve, for public use and enjoyment, properties of exceptional scenic, historic, and ecological value in Massachusetts and work to protect special places across the state. We have helped protect more than 50,000 acres, including 25,000 acres on more than 100 reservations that are all open to the public. We are a nonprofit conservation organization funded and supported entirely by our visitors, supporters, volunteers, and more than 40,000 members.

Our seasonal staff plays an integral role in ensuring that our visitors enjoy our extraordinary places. With the change to warmer temperatures, we experience an influx of visitors of all ages and backgrounds who want to explore and be inspired by our properties. 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.

Position Summary:  

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- October/November, working 40 hours per week. Position is based at Doyle Community Park in Leominster, MA but will travel to other properties throughout central MA. 

Pay Rate: $16.00 - $18.50 per hour 

In This Role You Will:

Essential Functions: 

• 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 

Qualifications

Qualifications:  

• 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.). 

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

• Strong commitment to the mission of The Trustees of Reservations. 

Other Requirements:  

• The ability to work in all weather conditions, lift up to 40 pounds, push and pull heavy objects and climb ladders is required. 

• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a driving background check required for driving Trustees vehicles. 

• CORI check required. 

• Ability to obtain DOT physical card within 30 days. 

The Trustees offers competitive compensation and the opportunity to be part of a dedicated team across the Commonwealth who love the outdoors, who love the distinctive charms of New England, and who believe in celebrating and protecting our special places, for everyone, forever. 

In addition to being an Equal Opportunity Employer, The Trustees of Reservations aim to create a thriving, inclusive workplace that values each member of our team. We aspire to reflect and effectively serve the residents and communities of Massachusetts who are at the core of our mission.