Landscape Technician

Old Sturbridge Village is hiring a full-time Landscape Technician to support the care and upkeep of lawns, trees, shrubs, and grounds across our 200+ acre property—including museum landscapes (both formal and historical), the onsite school, rental spaces, and lodges. This is hands-on, outdoor work that values plant health, aesthetics, and public safety. We strive to provide the best possible experience for all visitors.

You’ll be part of the Property Care team, working year-round to mow, prune, plant, and maintain both natural and formal landscapes. Ideal candidates are dependable, physically capable, and knowledgeable about plants and landscaping equipment.

Essential Functions

The following duties are fundamental to the position and required to successfully perform the job:

Landscape Maintenance

• Prune trees, shrubs, and ornamental plants to maintain structure, health, and appearance.
• Perform seasonal and corrective pruning based on plant type and growth cycle.
• Mow, edge, trim, mulch, and rake turf areas and landscaped beds.
• Plant and transplant trees, shrubs, and perennials.
• Control invasive species and maintain wooded edges and naturalized areas.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of outdoor work areas for staff and visitors.

Equipment Operation

• Operate and perform routine maintenance on landscaping equipment, including mowers, chainsaws, trimmers, blowers, and related tools.
• Use powered landscaping tools and machinery in accordance with safety procedures.

Seasonal & Emergency Work

• Remove snow and apply sand/salt during winter months.
• Assist with storm cleanup and respond to grounds-related emergencies as needed.
• Perform year-round outdoor work in varied weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow).

Physical Requirements (Essential Job Functions)

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift throughout the workday.
• Ability to **regularly lift, move, and carry materials weighing up to 50...