Greenhouse Volunteers - Haskell

Opportunity Overview:
In the heart of New Bedford lies the former nursery of Allen C. Haskell: six acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, historic buildings, and more than half an acre of greenhouse space. Volunteers are invited to drop-in on Thursdays 9:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside our talented Horticulturist and other volunteers. The skills you learn will be transferable to your own home garden! No previous gardening skills required, just a helping hand and an interest in learning! Please bring gardening gloves, your own hand tools and drinking water.
 
Reports to: Staff Horticulturist

Benefits:

• Helping to create a welcoming, supportive and inclusive community
• Learning the basics of seed propagation and other greenhouse tasks
• Connecting and networking with like-minded staff, visitors and volunteers 

Responsibilities (include, but are not limited to the following)

• Assist with greenhouse duties including, but not limited to cleaning trays, seeding, watering seedlings, repotting of seedlings, filling trays for seeding, fertilizing and hardening plants off
• Assist with cleaning up at the end of the day and organizing tools and equipment
• Maintain hygienic greenhouse conditions in order to stifle the growth of weeds, pests, and plant disease within the greenhouse
• Wear closed toe shoes at all times while working in the greenhouse. We also suggest that you wear long pants, however to do so is optional. Because the greenhouse can be very bright, we also suggest wearing a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Don’t forget your water bottle!
• Maintain communication with the horticulturist.
• Adhere to The Trustees safety and COVID-19 protocols
• Sign-up for your available days

Qualifications:

• Prior greenhouse experience is a plus, but not essential
• Willingness to learn and work hard is required
• Be able to stand for entirety of shift
• Be able to lift 25lbs.
• Must have legible handwriting and the ability to read a spreadsheet
• Knowledge of horticulture is helpful, but not required
• Minimum age: 16 years old
• Please note: a background check may be required for this role

Time Commitment:
Come for one or all ‘shifts’ Thursdays 9:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m.

 

For more information
Contact Volunteer Services at volunteer@thetrustees.org

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More about The Trustees
Founded by landscape architect Charles Eliot in 1891, The Trustees has, for more than 125 years, been a catalyst for important ideas, endeavors, and progress in Massachusetts. As a steward of distinctive and dynamic places of both historic and cultural value, The Trustees is the nation’s first preservation and conservation organization, and its landscapes and landmarks continue to inspire discussion, innovation, and action today as they did in the past. We are a nonprofit, supported by members, friends and donors and our 116 sites are destinations for residents, members, and visitors alike, welcoming millions of guests annually. www.thetrustees.org.
 
The Trustees is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, military service, application for military service, veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. The Trustees makes reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.

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
• For our most current Covid-19 updates, please visit our main Trustees site