Sego Lily Gardener
About The Position
Under the supervision of the Support Services Manager, performs skilled work pertaining to maintenance and care of Sego Lily Gardens. See Full Job Description CLOSING DATE: Open until filled. Department will begin reviewing applications on March 24, 2026. Position may close at any time after this date. However, applications will continue to be accepted until position is filled. STARTING SALARY: $17.03 – 18.00/Hour (DOE) STATUS: Seasonal (non-benefitted, 6 months or less) DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Horticulture experience preferred, but not required. Must possess a valid Utah Driver’s License. Knowledge of tools, machines and equipment used in the maintenance and construction of the gardens; OSHA safety standards; general construction practices and procedures; and principles of plant and turf life. Responsibility for the care, condition and use of materials, equipment and tools; inform supervisor of problems that could affect gardens; periodic self-supervision of work projects. Good communication skills; minimal contacts with other departments and the public requiring tact and judgment. Regular use of yard maintenance machinery. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Frequent walking, bending and lifting (up to 50 lbs.) and moderate stooping and/or kneeling are required. Extensive field work in Sego Lily Gardens (90% of work is performed outside); frequent exposure to heat, cold and wet/humid conditions; frequent exposure to excessive environmental and/or physical hazards; requires some weekend, holiday and evening work; this is a heavily supervised position. Note: Applications may only be submitted online. If you don’t have access to a computer you can visit Sandy City Human Resources to apply at 10000 Centennial Parkway, Suite 310 (10000 S. 170 W.), Sandy, UT. Sandy City will provide reasonable accommodations for any applicant during the examination and selection process. Sandy City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, protected veteran’s status or other classes protected by applicable federal, state and local employment law. The City encourages applicants with all and varying language abilities, the city will accept applications and resumes in other languages but, to be properly processed, applications and resumes must be accompanied by an application and resume in English to assist City employees who are English speaking only. In addition, it is the City’s policy not to discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities in regard to application procedures, hiring, advancement, discharge, compensation, training or other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. If you have special needs or questions, please call 801-568-7151. Sandy City is a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. Must pass drug test before hire. If the position is a step position, it may be filled at any step. Additionally, applicants for posted positions may be eligible for job offers into related positions. Personal data that you provide in your employment application will be used only to consider you for employment with the City. It will only be shared as required by law. Additionally, if you are hired by Sandy City, personal data that you provide as a new employee will be used only for purposes of employment related to your job, including sharing with business partners to provide pay and benefits, and as required by law. You may refuse to provide personal data, but doing so will remove you from employment consideration. Sandy City is located in beautiful Salt Lake County, Utah. Our walkable and transit-oriented city center called "The Cairns" connects mountain adventure with an active urban lifestyle. With a bustling city arts and entertainment scene, world-class mountain skiing and summer recreation, a strong network of trails and outdoor public spaces, and unsurpassed shopping and dining, Sandy City is a destination location like no other! With low property taxes, a low crime rate, great job availability, a highly-rated school system, and excellent entertainment and recreation options, Sandy City is a great place to live and work. Sandy City is committed to providing equal opportunity to applicants and employees in all aspects of employment without regards to race; color; religion; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions; national origin; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity; genetics; protected veteran status; or any other class protected by applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. If you think you are ready to be a part of our community, then we encourage you to continue with this job application!
Requirements
- Horticulture experience preferred, but not required.
- Must possess a valid Utah Driver’s License.
- Knowledge of tools, machines and equipment used in the maintenance and construction of the gardens
- OSHA safety standards
- General construction practices and procedures
- Principles of plant and turf life
- Responsibility for the care, condition and use of materials, equipment and tools
- Inform supervisor of problems that could affect gardens
- Periodic self-supervision of work projects
- Good communication skills
- Minimal contacts with other departments and the public requiring tact and judgment
- Regular use of yard maintenance machinery
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Frequent walking, bending and lifting (up to 50 lbs.) and moderate stooping and/or kneeling are required
- Extensive field work in Sego Lily Gardens (90% of work is performed outside)
- Frequent exposure to heat, cold and wet/humid conditions
- Frequent exposure to excessive environmental and/or physical hazards
- Requires some weekend, holiday and evening work
- This is a heavily supervised position
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
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