Join Our Team at Pumpkin Hollow Retreat Center: Grounds and Maintenance Assistant

Since 1937 Pumpkin Hollow has provided a peaceful and harmonious setting in which spirituality can blossom and grow. We offer a rural sanctuary to promote the experience of the unity of all life and to evoke personal transformation. The Retreat Center is committed to programs and events which uniquely fulfill these ideals. Our goal is to foster fellowship, service and the study of natural laws that
govern life; offering opportunities for self-discovery, meditation, healing and connecting with nature. 

Pumpkin Hollow's lifestyle is best described as a richly physical, social and spiritual environment cultivated for over 80 years. It is an environment conducive to nurturing each individual’s desire to discover and explore their inner path. In accordance with our principle of respect for all life, our cuisine is vegetarian. This means no meat, fish, or fowl is allowed on the property. Also, alcohol and recreational drugs are not allowed on the property.

Embrace the Beauty of Nature and Spiritual Growth

What You’ll Do:
Responsibilities Include:
 Trail maintenance: weed-whack, push mow, trim bushes, and fall leaf cleanup.
 Help split and stack firewood.
 Program Support: Collaborate with staff and volunteers to create welcoming spaces for our programs and assist with meal and dining room clean-up on program weekends.
 Assist the Maintenance Manager with various projects.
 Keeping Things Running Smoothly: Have the willingness to work across different staff positions when needed.
What You Bring:
 A bit of experience with gas-powered tools and a love for outdoor work.
 A community-oriented spirit and an appreciation for harmony and nature.
What We Offer:
As part of our community, you will receive:
 A taxable stipend of $1,200 per month to support your journey.
 Seasonal cabin accommodations with a private bath, access to a shared kitchen, room, board, utilities, internet access, and laundry facilities.

Come be a part of our community, serving nature and maintaining a haven for spirituality, where together, we cultivate a meaningful connection to each other, the earth, and the universe. Visit us at Pumpkin Hollow Retreat Center, located at 1184 County Route 11, Craryville, NY 12521.
The start date is March 1, 2026
Please send inquiries or applications to ------------ Applications should include a cover letter and resume with three recent references.