Gardener (Greenhouse Team)

Job Summary

The Horticulture Department at Red Butte Garden is seeking a part-time gardener who would like to work with plants and learn more about their care. Do you prefer working indoors in a greenhouse, learning about plants, while working with people who are passionate about what they do? Are you interested in working out of doors when needed and willing to learn about perennials, trees, and shrubs? 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!

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

• Passion for gardening and plants. Prior experience in landscaping, horticulture, farming, habitat management or botany strongly preferred.
• 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.

Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN16386N

Full Time or Part Time? Part Time

Work Schedule Summary: Must be able to commit to working 19 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.

Department: 00340 - Red Butte Garden & Arboretum

Location: Campus

Pay Rate Range: $16.00 or more, depending on experience

Close Date: 12/16/2025

Open Until Filled:

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/188955