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Painter Volunteer - Appleton Farms
Opportunity Overview:
Do you find satisfaction in watching how your painting of interior and exterior surfaces can improve the condition and look of a building? Then this volunteer opportunity may be for you! The staff of Appleton Farms is looking for several individuals with a background in painting interested in undertaking projects. Individuals should have a basic knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in painting the interior and exterior of houses, buildings, or other structures. The majority of this work will be carried out individually with several opportunities to work on larger projects and assist or lead Trustees staff or volunteers.
This position will be based at Appleton Farms in Ipswich and Hamilton. As one of the oldest continuously operating farms in the country, this farm offers a rare glimpse into New England’s agricultural past. Rolling grasslands, grazing livestock, stone walls, historic farm buildings, and a diverse mosaic of plants and wildlife species are all part of this 1,000 acre pastoral landscape.
Reports to: Stewardship Manager
Covid-19 Volunteer Safety:
The health and safety of Trustees’ volunteers, staff and visitors is our top priority.
- If you are not feeling well, please stay home
- If you have been in contact with someone with Covid-19 or someone displaying symptoms of Covid-19, please stay home
- Volunteers will be required to wear masks while on property
- Volunteers will be required to maintain proper social distancing
- Volunteers will be required to wash hands or use hand sanitizer upon arrival to the property
Responsibilities (may include but are not limited to the following):
- Prep, scrape, prime, paint, etc. both internal and external surfaces
- Protect surrounding areas to keep clean and free of paint
- Clean up tools and materials after completion of work
- Keep workshop clean and organized
- Adhere to The Trustees safety and COVID-19 protocols
- Log volunteer hours in a timely fashion
Qualifications:
- Ability to work with tools, paint and related materials
- Ability and willingness to climb ladders
- Ability to organize assigned tasks, for completion alone or with help
- Ability to work alone and as part of a team
- Solid communication skills to update staff on project status and needs
- Traveling to nearby properties may be necessary
- Prior painting experience in a variety of interior and exterior settings required
- Please note: A background check may be required for this role
Time Commitment:
Minimum of 10 to 12 hours per month with a 3 month commitment. Flexible schedule. Ideally, volunteer would have some weekday availability to work alongside staff as needed.
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Age Minimum (with Adult): 18+, Minimum Age:18+
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