Red Butte Garden - Seasonal Gardener (Turf, Irrigation, Equipment)

The Horticulture Department at Red Butte Garden is seeking seasonal gardeners to provide care for our outdoor themed gardens and Natural Areas. Do you enjoy working outdoors, learning about plants and nature, while working with people who are passionate about what they do? We strongly prefer people who are committed to the role of a Botanical Garden within the community, and want to be a part of a great team!

Provides excellent care for our outdoor Gardens.  Acts as steward for the Garden by greeting and answering questions from garden guests.   

• • General maintenance of turf, underground irrigation system, outdoor fountains, and equipment, including: mowing, trimming, weed-eating, digging, raking, irrigation system maintenance/repairs, monitoring/testing chemical levels on the interactive fountain, snow removal and applying ice melting products.  
  • Light equipment maintenance and monitoring including: fueling, ensuring proper fluid levels, lubrication, tire pressures, general safety and correct operation of equipment, includes some moderate to heavy lifting. 

Work Schedule

Must be able to commit to working 16-29 hrs/wk beginning mid-February/early-March. Shifts are predominately during regular business hours, from mornings to mid-afternoons. May require occasional evening hours and/or weekend shifts. Exact schedule will be coordinated with supervisor upon hire. Season runs through November 25th

Perks of working at the Garden, a department of the University of Utah:

• • UTA pass while actively employed at the U of U.
  • Discounts for campus events and the campus store, as well as campus library privileges.
  • Staff receive a half-price discount on Garden classes, an employee discount in our gift shop, advance registration opportunities for kids camps and concerts, and two free concert tickets for our Outdoor Concert series.
  • Staff are provided work shirts and gloves, and on-the-job training.
  • A variety of work schedule options, coordinated with supervisor upon hire.

For qualifications and additional details about the position, see the respective postings online.  All applicants must apply online at https://employment.utah.edu/

Reference the associated Job posting # listed above.