Site Decor & Weddings Assistant

Thanksgiving Point Institute Inc.; Lehi (UT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free membership

401(k)

Employee Assistance Program

Financial Assistance Program

Venue discounts

Job summary

Thanksgiving Point Institute Inc. seeks a Seasonal Floral & Site Décor Assistant to support the Floral & Site Décor team during peak event and holiday seasons. This role is ideal for floral design students or individuals seeking hands-on experience in a high-volume event floral and décor environment.

Wage is $15-18/hour with 20-30 hours per week; evenings, weekends, and event-based schedules apply. Benefits include free membership for you and immediate family, 401(k), and venue discounts.

Qualifications

• Interest in floral design and event production.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to learn quickly.
• Positive attitude and ability to work in a fast-paced team.

Responsibilities

• Pull, organize, and prepare floral and décor materials for events and installations.
• Assist with processing and conditioning fresh flowers and greenery.
• Prepare containers, vessels, candles, and décor elements for production.
• Support designers with bouquets, centerpieces, and ceremony florals.
• Help with large-scale floral and décor installations across venues.

Skills

Interest in floral design

Strong attention to detail

Positive attitude

Teamwork

Education

Floral design coursework or education

Job description

About the Organization Thanksgiving Point is a nonprofit dedicated to sparking curiosity, inspiring confidence, and helping children and families discover something new every time they visit. Through our museums, gardens, and farm experiences, we create hands-on adventures that are centered around all things STEM.

Born from a spirit of gratitude, we are proud to be a community-centered organization where science, nature, and the arts come alive. Each year, thousands of guests walk through our doors to explore, play, and grow-and it takes a passionate, creative team to make that magic happen.

If you're looking for meaningful work in a place where ideas are welcomed, teamwork matters, and every day brings something different, we'd love to meet you.

Description

Seasonal Floral and Site Decor Assistant Job Description

Wage: $15-18/hour

Shift: Seasonal. 20-30 hours per week. Hours will vary depending on event schedule.

Benefits: Free Thanksgiving Point Membership for you and immediate family; 401(k); Employee Assistance Program; Financial Assistance Program; Thanksgiving Point venue discounts; and more!

Summary: Thanksgiving Point is seeking a Seasonal Floral & Site Décor Assistant to support our Floral & Site Décor team during peak event and holiday seasons. This position is ideal for floral design students or individuals looking to gain hands‑on experience in a high-volume event floral and décor environment while working alongside experienced floral professionals.

Responsibilities

• Pull, organize, and prepare floral and décor materials for events, weddings, and seasonal installations.
• Assist with processing, conditioning, and maintaining fresh flowers and greenery.
• Prepare containers, vessels, candles, mechanics, and décor elements for production and installation.
• Support floral designers with bouquets, centerpieces, ceremony florals, and other arrangements.
• Assist with large‑scale floral and décor installations throughout Thanksgiving Point venues and grounds.
• Load, unload, transport, and organize flowers, décor, tools, and event materials.
• Help with event setup, décor placement, styling, and strike.
• Maintain clean, organized workspaces, storage areas, and inventory.
• Assist with holiday displays, seasonal décor installations, and special projects.
• Follow production schedules and event timelines to ensure successful execution.
• Work collaboratively with the Floral & Site Décor team and other event departments.
• Represent Thanksgiving Point professionally when interacting with guests, vendors, and team members.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Interest in floral design, event production, interior décor, or a related creative field.
• Floral design coursework, education, or previous experience preferred but not required.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn from experienced floral professionals.
• Positive attitude and ability to work in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Dependable, punctual, and flexible with scheduling.
• Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 40 pounds, and work on ladders as needed.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and event‑based schedules.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must pass a background check.

Why Join Our Team?

This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring floral designers to gain real‑world experience in wedding and event design. You'll work alongside seasoned floral professionals, learn production and installation techniques, and contribute to some of Utah's most beautiful weddings, corporate events, and seasonal displays while building valuable industry experience.

EOE Statement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a company we do E-Verify on all potential candidates.

If you have questions about accommodations, please reach out to [e-mail].

We are an E-Verified Required Employer

Position Site Decor & Weddings Assistant

Shift Rotating Days and Evenings

Full-Time/Part-Time Seasonal

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Category Hospitality

Location Thanksgiving Point

Number of Openings 4

Number Filled 0

This position is currently accepting applications.