Part-Time Outdoor Conservation & Garden Assistant

Washington County Water Conservancy District; Saint George (UT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Holidays off

Non-benefited

Job summary

Washington County Water Conservancy District in Utah is seeking a part-time landscape and conservation assistant to support the Red Hills Desert Garden and related programs. You will assist residents with rebates to replace grass with water-efficient landscaping and help maintain the garden while answering visitors’ questions.

The role involves site visits for water conservation projects, performing irrigation checks, and providing general administrative support to the conservation team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; experience in related duties preferred.
• Valid Utah driver’s license and insurability under district policy.
• Willingness to pass pre-employment drug test and background check.
• Interest in irrigation systems and outdoor work.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post-visit site inspections for Water Efficient Landscape Rebates and verify qualifications.
• Conduct residential irrigation audits (water checks) May–Sept and educate customers on proper practices.
• Provide administrative support to district managers and assist with events and materials as needed.
• Perform basic landscape maintenance tasks as directed by the garden manager.
• Other duties as assigned by supervision.

Skills

Personable

Self-motivated

Basic math

Outdoor work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Washington County Water Conservancy District in Utah is seeking a part-time landscape and conservation assistant to support the Red Hills Desert Garden and related programs. You will assist residents with rebates to replace grass with water-efficient landscaping and help maintain the garden while answering visitors’ questions.

The role involves site visits for water conservation projects, performing irrigation checks, and providing general administrative support to the conservation team.