Temple Groundskeeper II – Horticulture

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; St. George (VT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is seeking a grounds maintenance worker to care for temple grounds and surrounding areas on site in Vermont. The role emphasizes maintaining beauty, cleanliness, and the sacred nature of the temple experience.

Flexibility to assist with seasonal displays may be required. Ideal candidates will have 2–4 years in grounds maintenance or related fields, with knowledge of plants and fertilizers, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team

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.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the temple grounds reflect the beauty, cleanliness, and sacred nature of the temple experience.
• Maintain standards established by the First Presidency.
• Perform gardener/grounds keeping work, maintaining and caring for assigned landscaped areas, sidewalks, driveways, building entrances, and other assigned areas.
• Resolve routine questions and problems, and refer more complex issues to higher levels.
• May assist with seasonal displays.

Skills

Experience

Plant knowledge

Teamwork

Physical strength

Job description

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is seeking a grounds maintenance worker to care for temple grounds and surrounding areas on site in Vermont. The role emphasizes maintaining beauty, cleanliness, and the sacred nature of the temple experience.

Flexibility to assist with seasonal displays may be required. Ideal candidates will have 2–4 years in grounds maintenance or related fields, with knowledge of plants and fertilizers, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team