Maintenance Worker

About the Role

Hilltop Hanover Farm & Environmental Center is seeking a maintenance worker to assist in grounds and landscape maintenance. The farm is a 60-acre working farm and educational center operated by Westchester County Parks, Recreation, and Conservation that uses organic practices to grow produce, flowers, and seeds for a market-style CSA, on-site farm stand, and native plant nursery. The farm offers educational programming throughout the year and the property is open to the public, free of charge, year round.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform grounds maintenance work: such as mowing grass, planting and pruning shrubs, mulching, weeding, operate farm tools and machinery.
• Perform janitorial duties across all farm facilities, such as vacuuming, mopping, and cleaning surfaces.
• Operate farm tools and machinery, including weed whackers, mowers, hedge trimmers, saws, and hand tools.
• Provide support with minor carpentry and vehicle repair tasks as needed.
• Work closely with management to address any issues on the farm, ensuring a positive and safe work environment for all team members.
• Assist other departments as needed and help maintain the overall cleanliness and upkeep of the property.
• Assist with farm operations, including harvesting 1-2 times per week and seed cleaning.

Qualifications

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Ability to comfortably lift 40 lbs. and perform repetitive movements.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills, with attention to detail and flexibility.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug test.
• Minimum age: 18 years old.

Skills

• Basic carpentry skills are preferred.

Pay

Salary range: $17.10 - $18.10 per hour. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Benefits

• Access to educational & professional development opportunities.
• Option to participate in the NY State Retirement System.

Schedule

Start date is March 31, 2026 with a work schedule of 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Occasional weekend work required.

To Apply

Please send an email with your resume, a letter of interest, and three farm-related references to wilson@hilltophanoverfarm.org. Include "Maintenance Worker" in the subject line of your email.