DUTIES:
• Maintaining trails on Lexington’s conservation land, including brush-mowing, weed-whacking, pruning, and clearing debris
• Mowing and maintenance of community garden
• Mowing conservation meadows
• Managing invasive species
• Restoring plant and wildlife habitat
• Building/repairing boardwalks and footbridges
• Supporting volunteer groups on stewardship efforts
• Conducting outreach and educational efforts related to conservation land
• Speaking with the public about conservation initiatives and issues
• Establish and maintain positive work ethic and attitude for field crew
• Assist conservation staff with weekly field crew work planning
• Perform and/or coordinate and track equipment maintenance; manage equipment and supply inventory • Assist conservation staff with inspections, reports, and other miscellaneous projects as needed
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Valid MA Class D driver’s license
• Ability to operate Town vehicle and landscaping power equipment (i.e. weed-whacker, brush mower). • Ability to work with minimal supervision, both independently and as part of a team.
• At minimum, must be 18 years of age.
• Experience or willingness to learn basic plant identification skills.
• Willingness to perform physical labor in the outdoors in all weather conditions and in areas with poison ivy, mosquitoes, ticks, bees, dense brush, etc.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• At minimum, one year of natural resources management or landscaping experience.
• At minimum, entering sophomore year in a bachelor’s program in natural resources management, environmental studies, natural sciences, and/or comparable job experience.
• Have or be willing to obtain MA CORE Applicator License at time of hire.