Conservation Land Field Crew Member

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.