HQF - Temporary Gardener - Planting Temple Square

Job Description

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 Temporary Gardener role serves as a team member to provide world‑renowned flower bed design and maintenance, turf grass management, and Christmas lighting and displays.

• Access to Fitness Facilities (Church Office Building)
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Wholesome Environment
• Career Development Courses
• Promotional Opportunities

• Compensation: $18.00/hr
• Monday - 20-40 hours/week - 7:00am to 3:30pm Flexible schedules available
• THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION - not lasting more than 6 months.
• Location:
  
  Salt Lake City, UT - Church Headquarters (HQF)
• Limited benefits available.
• Please note:
  
  This position does not qualify for students required to work on the Ensign College Campus.

• Assist with planting the flower beds; this includes the tulip bulbs for the world‑famous Temple Square tulip displays.
• Assist with grounds maintenance, including the set up/take down of Christmas lights and displays.
• Assist with grounds maintenance as assigned.
• Assist with snow removal, which will include shoveling snow. You could be asked to work select weekends for snow removal.
• Maintain good public relations - report problems to supervisor.
• Work may involve the use of motorized equipment such as a walk behind snow blower, walk behind lawn mower, and working from ladders or other high locations.
• May be required to use hand tools or motorized tools.
• May be required to travel to multiple buildings off Temple Square.

• Must be physically and mentally capable of performing the assigned work in an outdoor setting in all seasons of the year.
• Ability to operate assigned equipment such as the following: walk behind snow blower, walk behind lawn mower, and other motorized tools. Training will be provided.
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, push, and pull for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to independently lift and position objects weighing as much as 50 lbs. Must be able to team lift and position objects weighing as much as 100 lbs.
• Must be able to fit into confined spaces and maneuver flower beds without causing damage.
• Demonstrate knowledge of various plants and fertilizers.
• Must be able to climb ladders and work in high locations on a mechanical lift and building ledges.
• 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.

Church 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. 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.

• Job Identification 373335
• Job Category CG - Custodial, Grounds & Maintenance
• Posting Date 02/19/2026, 11:14 PM
• Locations 60 W N Temple St, Salt Lake City, UT, 84150, US
  15 East South Temple, Salt Lake City, UT, 84150, US
  50 E North Temple St, Salt Lake City, UT, 84150, US (No Local)
• Apply Before 04/05/2026, 06:00 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Regular or Temporary Temporary
• Worker Type Employee
• Number of Openings 20
• Qualificação de dignidade Must be a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints and currently temple worthy.
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