Seasonal Gardener

• 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.

• 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.

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.

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.

HOW TO APPLY :https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/159345