Temple Grounds Gardener II — Part-Time (Temporary)

A Igreja de Jesus Cristo dos Santos dos Últimos Dias; Draper (UT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Draper, UT is seeking a Gardener 2 for a temporary part-time 6-month term to maintain temple grounds with care and reverence.

Responsibilities include mowing, pruning, fertilizing, and assisting volunteers, while following established standards and ensuring safety with power equipment. Endowed temple recommends are required for employment.

Qualifications

• Two to four years of experience in grounds maintenance, horticulture, gardening, agriculture, landscape design, or related field.
• Knowledge of various plants and fertilizers.
• Ability to follow directions, work independently and with a team.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be an endowed member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints with a current temple recommend.

Responsibilities

• Mow lawns using hand and power mowers. Maintains the original landscape plan by planting perennials, shrubs, and trees. Trims and edges around walls, flower beds, and walks using hand clippers and power edging tools. May operate heavy tractors and other large power equipment to maintain landscape.
• Prune and shape shrubs and trees to provide optimum growth efficiency of plants and enhance beauty of grounds.
• Spray lawns, shrubs, and trees for disease, weed, and insect control, and perform regular fertilization as needed, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Responsible to see that all power equipment and machines are properly maintained.
• Provide guidance to volunteers in the maintenance of grounds.
• Water lawn and garden areas.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Lift 50 pounds

Job description

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Draper, UT is seeking a Gardener 2 for a temporary part-time 6-month term to maintain temple grounds with care and reverence.

Responsibilities include mowing, pruning, fertilizing, and assisting volunteers, while following established standards and ensuring safety with power equipment. Endowed temple recommends are required for employment.