The Steward is a member of the team responsible for the year-round upkeep and maintenance of Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens portfolio of properties based in North Andover, Massachusetts. The Steward is responsible for identifying and executing property specific stewardship needs as directed by the Stewardship Manager. Working both independently and with other staff/volunteers, the Steward performs routine maintenance and project-based work to care for fields, trails, lawns, buildings, trees, equipment, and other natural and cultural features as needed. The position is primarily field based with minimal administrative tasks. This role reports to the Stewardship Manager and works closely in support of other property staff/departments.

Essential Functions:

• Perform property maintenance including but not limited to mowing, trimming, brush cutting, trash removal, snow removal, tree work, equipment maintenance, trail maintenance and vegetation management.

• Perform routine maintenance of structures including custodial, painting, light carpentry, and plumbing.

• Safely and efficiently operates and maintains tractors, UTV’s, mowers, trucks as large as F350 dump trucks and trailers as long as 22ft.

• Operate and maintain vehicles, machinery, tools and equipment to the highest standards.

• Provide cheerful and positive oversight and recognition of volunteer efforts in the field.

• Support the goals of the Annual Stewardship plan including routine property maintenance and targeted completion of deferred maintenance projects in pursuit of Key Performance Indicator goals

• Professionally represent the organization as a public-facing presence at all properties.

• Maintain positive and productive relationships with our members, neighbors, visitors, and other Trustees staff.

• Work with the Stewardship Manager to identify meaningful volunteer and internship opportunities.

• Assist with projects on other Trustees properties as required and perform additional duties as assigned by the Stewardship Manager

• Other duties as assigned

• 1-3 years of professional experience in property maintenance, landscaping, facilities management, a building trade, mechanics, or other experience related to the position. Or an associate degree in Park Management, Horticulture, Forestry, Ecology or another natural resource field.

• The ability to safely operate, repair and maintain chainsaws, trimmers, brush cutters, mowers and associated landscaping equipment.

• Basic carpentry and painting skills, and maintaining structures and buildings systems is a plus

• Experience maintaining cultural/historic landscapes, and formal landscape maintenance and related experience preferred.

• The ability to work independently and unsupervised as well as work cooperatively and demonstrate leadership in groups.

• Ability to complete assigned tasks and projects, meet deadlines and manage multiple talks.

• Basic computer skills and ability to keep good records, familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.

• A positive attitude, willingness to be flexible, and a commitment to achieving the goals of The Trustees. Strong commitment to the mission of The Trustees.

• This position performs tasks across a broad range of disciplines, so a willingness to learn new skills and flexibility to meet the day-to-day demands of the job is a must.

• A commitment to be safety aware, to work safely at all times, and create a culture of safety.

• High regard for teamwork, collegiality, customer service and visitor experience.

• A valid driver’s license, as well as a satisfactory driving record as outlined in The Trustees driving policy.

• A satisfactory criminal background check (CORI)

• Massachusetts Hoisting License -2A (preferred) or willingness to obtain

• Massachusetts Commercial Pesticide Applicator License (preferred) or willingness to obtain

• DOT Medical Card or willingness to obtain

• OSHA 10 Hour General Industry (preferred) or willingness to obtain

• Wilderness First Aid (preferred) or willingness to obtain.

Work environment:

• Works outdoors in all seasons, sometimes during inclement weather

• Will require some nights and weekends in support of large events and programming

• Will be required to be available during snowstorms for snow removal

• Will be required to routinely work in areas associated with ticks, mosquitos, and poison ivy

Physical demands

Physically hard work: must be able to lift to 50 lbs., pull and push heavy items, and climb ladders.

Benefits:

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

• 15 paid vacation (3 weeks)

• Sick time, Personal time, and floating holidays

• Early release Paid parental time, 401k, FSA (Flexible Spending Accounts), and commuter plans

• Company paid life and disability insurance

About The Trustees

The Trustees 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. We aim to protect special places for future generations to enjoy in perpetuity. We have helped protect more than 50,000 acres, including 27,000+ acres on more than 120 reservations that are open to the public. We are a non-profit conservation organization funded and supported entirely by our visitors, supporters, volunteers, and our 100,000 Member households.

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

The Trustees is a proud equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any protected status including, but not limited to, age, race, sex, gender, sexual orientation, nation of origin, religion, or disability status and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, 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.

Our commitment to advancing the organization’s vision for this work may be found here: Diversity, Belonging, Inclusion and Equity