Seasonal Steward

The Trustees of Reservations; Westport; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier conservation organization is seeking a Steward for its properties in Westport, Newfoundland and Labrador. The role involves performing routine maintenance, caring for landscapes, and ensuring accessibility for visitors. Candidates must be at least 18 years old, able to lift 50 lbs, and authorized to work in the U.S. This seasonal position offers benefits including sick time and discounts at cultural institutions.

Benefits

Sick Time: Mass Sick Time Accrual

Access to free and discounted admissions to museums

Discounted event tickets and merchandise

Qualifications

• Must be 18 or older.
• Current authorization to work in the United States.
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Maintain parking areas, fences, and trails.
• Routine maintenance of landscapes including mowing fields and lawns.
• Maintain buildings and structures using carpentry tools.

Skills

Experience operating ride-on mowing equipment

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions

Job description

Who We Are

Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers, The Trustees of Reservations is the nation’s premier conservation and preservation organization. The Trustees preserves properties for public use and enjoyment, of exceptional scenic, historic, and ecological value in Massachusetts. Our 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 50,000 acres, including 27,000+ acres on more than 120 reservations that are open to the public. As non‑profit conservation organization, we are funded and supported entirely by our visitors, supporters, volunteers, and our 100,000 Member households. We encourage you to learn more about The Trustees on our website, www.thetrustees.org.

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

What You’ll Do

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!

As a Steward, you will perform 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 brush, maintaining walking trails, mowing cultural landscapes, invasive species removal, and more.

Responsibilities

• 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 World’s End
• Helping with seasonal events
• Other duties as assigned with or without accommodation

This is a seasonal, non‑exempt position working 40 hours/week reporting directly to the South Shore Stewardship Manager.

What You’ll Need

Skills and Experience

• Experience operating ride‑on mowing equipment preferred
• Must be 18 or older
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• 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 driver’s license, as well as a satisfactory driving record as outlined in The Trustees’ driving policy.
• A satisfactory criminal background (CORI) check.
• Work environment – You will primarily be working outside with power equipment. This can be noisy, so we require hearing protection and other PPE to be worn while operating equipment.
• Physical demands – This is a physically rigorous job which requires operating equipment and hand‑held power tools on uneven rough terrain.

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.

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 organization’s 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 [e-mail].