Job DescriptionThis position is primarily for educational or religious purposes and should be used to provide valuable educational experiences for the Intern. It allows the interns to see how principles and practices learned in their educational institutions are applied in actual work settings. Under general supervision, the Intern performs work as assigned by the department.
Grounds Services with the Headquarters Facilities Department provides an environment that serves as an oasis and refuge from the storms of the world so that all who enter may feel the peace and rest offered by our Savior Jesus Christ. The Headquarters Facilities Gardener role serves as a team member to provide world-renowned flower bed design and maintenance, turf grass management, and Christmas lighting and displays.
Paid Interns are qualified while enrolled in an educational institution studying plant science, landscape architecture, arboriculture, horticulture, or a related field and for one year following graduation.
Location: Church Headquarters Grounds (HQF), Salt Lake City, UT
Schedule: 40 hours/week - 7:15 am - 4:00 pm
This is a temporary role lasting no longer than 12 months.
ResponsibilitiesInterns will have opportunities to participate and lead in the following areas:
- Assist in training and leading volunteers and temporary employees.
- Spray lawns, shrubs, and trees for disease, weed, and insect control, and perform regular fertilization as needed, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Assist in flower bed design and maintenance.
- Perform a wide variety of turf grass management duties such as mowing, trimming, edging, and watering.
- Lightly prune and shape shrubs and trees under the direction of the arborist team to provide optimum growth efficiency of plants and enhance beauty of grounds.
- Assist in Installing and removing lighting and displays for acclaimed Christmas on Temple Square events
- Perform snow removal duties as assigned.
- Assist with other grounds maintenance and projects as assigned.
The Intern is expected to meet rigid and challenging deadlines, work in harmony with others, take direction on each assignment, and give full attention to detail. Independence in working, tact, and diplomacy are required.
QualificationsPaid Interns are qualified while enrolled in an educational institution studying plant science, landscape architecture, arboriculture, horticulture, or a related filed and for one year following graduation. Other qualifications include:
- General plant identification knowledge.
- Willingness to develop flower bed design capabilities within Temple Square Grounds Services Training Program.
- Must be able to work in a professional manner with others as well as alone without constant supervision. Must have a positive attitude with the ability to work as a team.
- Must pass all required safety and equipment certifications and trainings.
- Must be able to stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, push, and pull for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to fit into confined spaces and maneuver flower beds without causing damage.
- Must be able to independently lift and position objects weighing as much as 50 pounds. Must be able to team lift and position objects weighing as much as 100 pounds on an occasional basis.
- Must have a valid driver's license.
- Requires physical dexterity in limbs and digits to operate hand and power tools and equipment.
- Must have at least 20/40 vision with or without corrective lenses and not less than 120 degrees combined horizontal peripheral vision.
- Must be able to understand English for general communication, video training, building security, and safety. Also, must be capable of understanding instructions both verbally and in writing and able to listen and ask clarifying questions as needed.
- Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather and adjust to seasonal needs.
About UsChurch employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord's work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings- giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances-our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.
Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.
Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.
