POSITION # 1 -- GROUNDSKEEPER & FOREST STEWARDSHIP ASSISTANT
About this position--{includes seasonal seeding and planting and forest stewardship in a large private forested setting, and lawn and garden groundskeeping including, grooming the land, occasional blowing , hedge trimming , occasional moving of supplies or pick up of landscape materials and participation in our advanced forest stewardship project that trains forest stewards and conducts a long term forest research and renewal plan Some staining and maintenance of outdoor stairs and exterior buildings
Helpful, Not Essential ---Experience, own tools and pick up truck
Essential -Excellent communication skills, proximity to this Gibsons property plus physical fitness and strength is required. Digging and planting various small trees and working on trails is involved.
Training in above duties and forest stewardship may be available
The above position is suited both to a student helper, someone interested in projects here such as soil making and trail- making or someone who enjoys sustainable forest biodiversity and forest enhancement. Occasional hours only to start. May progress to part or full time. Own vehicle is helpful for some pick up of general property supplies
POSITION # 2 --CARETAKER & HANDYMAN --- The property requires a caretaker for select SCHEDULED AND OCCASIONAL ON-CALL duties and this position is best for someone who can fulfill a range of handyman and indoor - or outdoor building maintenance services including carpentry and household repair expertise
For a person with their own trailer who may want to live on site, an on site hook up may be provided.
ABOUT BOTH THESE POSITIONS - We are an advanced research project engaged in beautifying a forest, gardens and trails. We make our own soil, pass on knowledge about forest sustainable enhancement and are looking for individuals to help carry out a plan that is many years in the making so far, in a quiet place of peace and natural beauty. We are seeking talented, creative individuals with expertise in some of the above fields and excellence in professional communication skills in an environment devoted to the forest and the arts. There is a range of opportunities for increased hours and participation for both positions.
Remuneration will depend on experience, whether you are interested in a live-in position, and if you bring your own tools and truck to the position.
We are equally open to training someone new to the field of forest stewardship and to individuals with extensive experience and may hire more than 1 individual for the Groundskeeper and Forest Stewardship Position.
Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.