Land Steward

The Land Steward at Knoll Farm is a critically important, jack-of-all-trades position, working outside, taking care of our buildings and 140 acres of fields and forest. 

Responsibilities include:

• general repairs and maintenance on buildings and yurts
• cutting and splitting firewood, forestry projects
• maintaining our hiking trails and improving access and signage
• helping in the orchards and fields, spreading mulch, repairing fences, weed whacking and mowing

Ideal candidates will have significant experience with: operating tools such as chainsaws, brush hogs, and weed-whackers; repairing small engines, felling trees, splitting and stacking wood, using and sharpening hand tools like scythes and bow saws, trail building.

Our most successful Land Stewards are self-motivated, independent, and reliable with a strong work ethic and safety standards, possess excellent communication skills, a sense of humor and a deep appreciation of the landscape of northern New England. 

We seek candidates who have an approachable demeanor and a general openness to input from all levels of staff and the general public. Must be sensitive to issues of gender, racial, ethnic and cultural diversity and inclusion. 

Knoll Farm’s mission and core values of equity, fairness, inclusion and diversity are present in all that we do. Black, Indigenous and People of Color are encouraged to apply.

Candidates should send a resume and cover letter, clearly explaining their experience and intention, and carefully outlining experience with work objectives listed above.