Job Information
University of Utah Seasonal Gardener (Weekend Irrigation Asst.) in Salt Lake City, Utah
Details
Open Date 01/26/2024
Requisition Number PRN14521N
Job Title Gardener
Working Title Seasonal Gardener (Weekend Irrigation Asst.)
Job Grade B
FLSA Code Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Type Non Benefited Staff / Student
Temporary? Yes
Standard Hours per Week 16-29 hrs/wk
Full Time or Part Time? Part Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Must be able to commit to working 16-29 hrs/wk beginning early March. Shifts are predominately on Friday, Saturday, Sunday and/or Monday, 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 22nd.
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 $15.50 or more, depending on experience.
Close Date
Job Summary
The Horticulture Department at Red Butte Garden is seeking seasonal gardener to provide care for our outdoor gardens and Natural Areas. Do you enjoy working outdoors, learning about irrigation and fountain 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.
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:
https://commuterservices.utah.edu/uta/
https://commuterservices.utah.edu/campus-shuttle/
https://www.redbuttegarden.org/directions/
Responsibilities
Providing excellent care for our outdoor Gardens.
General maintenance of the underground irrigation system maintenance/repairs and outdoor fountains including: digging, cutting, gluing, restoration, and monitoring/testing chemical levels on interactive fountain.
Acts as steward for the Garden to greeting and answering questions from garden guests.
Other duties as assigned.
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.
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 Friday, Saturday, Sunday and/or Monday, 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 (801) 581-7447 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 (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 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.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
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