Gardener

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Open Date 07/23/2025 Requisition Number PRN16169N Job Title Gardener Working Title Seasonal Gardener (Turf, Irrigation, Equipment) Job Grade B FLSA Code Nonexempt Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Type Non Benefited Staff / Student Temporary? Yes Standard Hours per Week 29 Full Time or Part Time? Part Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary

Must be able to commit to working 16-29 hrs./wk. 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.

Is this a work study job? No VP Area President Department 00340 - Red Butte Garden & Arboretum Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $16.00 or more, depending on experience Close Date 10/23/2025 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary

The Horticulture Department at Red Butte Garden is seeking seasonal gardeners to provide care for our outdoor gardens and Natural Areas. Do you enjoy working outdoors, learning about turf care, irrigation and equipment maintenance, 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!

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.

Red Butte Garden is accessible via several bus routes that stop in Research Park and at the University Medical Center, as well as the Trax Red line, followed by a short walk or on-demand university campus shuttle. The campus shuttle offers a direct line to Red Butte Garden via the Sunnyside Route. For more information see:

Responsibilities

Responsible for the health, care and appearance of a variety of trees, shrubs and lawns. Controls weeds with chemicals under the direction of a licensed sprayer applicator. Prepares plants and soil for seeding and transplanting. Performs snow removal duties. Operates heavy equipment such as: gang mower, tractors with attachments such as aerators, fertilizer spreaders, vacuum, salt truck and snow plows during winter months. Responsible for service and routine maintenance on grounds equipment. May be required to set up for outdoor events.

Minimum Qualifications

Nine months professional work experience with the responsibility for five or more acres of grounds, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); a valid Utah vehicle operator's license required; and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills required. Selected applicant will be expected to obtain a pesticide applicator's license.

Preferences

• A passion for gardening and working outdoors. Prior experience in landscaping, horticulture, farming, habitat management or botany strongly preferred.
• A basic knowledge of horticulture, gardening, or botany, and a desire to learn more.
• Able to work effectively individually and in teams, and the willingness and ability to work cooperatively with a variety of people.
• At least 18 years of age, have a valid driver's license, proof of insurability, and able to safely and proficiently operate equipment common to the trade.
• Able to safely and effectively perform all physical tasks essential to the position and understand the physical commitment required for gardening.
• Able to work safely in all climatic conditions, including full sun, heat, cold, precipitation, etc.
• Ability to identify problems, develop possible solutions and take appropriate course of action. Skills include active listening, analysis, research, creativity, communication, decision making and team-building.
• Proven written and spoken communication skills, a commitment to provide excellent customer service.
• Able to commit to working 16-29 hrs/week beginning in early March, with shifts predominately during regular business hours, from mornings to mid-afternoons.

Special Instructions Summary Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at ... for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at ... or ... or University Human Resource Management at ... if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • How did you hear about this position?

• University of Utah Web Page

• Internet: search engine, online job board, etc.

• University of Utah employee referral

• Career Services / Campus Job Fair

• Community / Government Agency

• Other / Unknown

• • What type of garden related experience do you have? Specifically mention if you have experience in any of the following areas: garden bed maintenance, farming, planting, pruning, plant identification, small engine maintenance, trail maintenance, soil preparation, and/or site restoration.

(Open Ended Question)

• • How much experience do you have in the area(s) you indicated on Question 2?

• 1 year or less

• 2-3

• 4 or more years

• • What are your favorite aspects of working outdoors?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Are you able to commit to working 16-29 hours a week?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you anticipate being able to commit through mid-November?

• Yes

• No

• • What days/times per week are you available to work?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Are you able to commit to a position that is physically demanding and involves working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions and temperatures?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes

• No

• • Are you at least 18 years of age?

• Yes

• No

• • Are you currently or recently employed at the University of Utah? If so, what department and how many hours/week?

(Open Ended Question)

• • What types of equipment do you feel comfortable operating?

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Historical Only - Do Not Use - See Description for More Information - Appropriate discharge document (such as DD-2214) - Veteran Only
• Historical Only - Do Not Use - See Document Description for More Information - Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only