Job Details

Maintenance & Set-Up Worker

Position Number: 6195479
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Position Type: Facilities Management

Maintenance & Set-Up Worker

Job Summary

Red Butte Garden is looking for candidates to assist with the setup, breakdown, maintenance, and cleaning for all garden concerts, and events. The position does not have a regular work shift, and exact schedule will vary weekly depending on event and concert schedules. Concert and event season is from May through October and will typically require an 8 - 12-hour shift. Morning, evening, and weekend shifts are required. Anticipated start date is May 1.

We offer:

The opportunity to work at a beautiful botanic garden and engage with a plant-loving community!
Benefits such as a UTA bus pass, free garden membership, discounts for RBG classes, discounts in the gift shop, and two tickets to the annual Summer Concert Series.
A supportive and respectful workplace that values cooperation and compassion.

Red Butte Garden is accessible via several bus routes that stop in Research Park and at the University Medical Center, as well as the Trax Red line, followed by a short walk or on-demand university campus shuttle. The campus shuttle offers a direct line to Red Butte Garden via the Sunnyside Route.
https://commuterservices.utah.edu/uta/
https://commuterservices.utah.edu/campus-shuttle/
https://www.redbuttegarden.org/directions/

Responsibilities

Provide venue setup and event support (concerts, movies, weddings, private events, etc.)
Ensure timely and effective completion of tasks during each of the seasonally scheduled concerts and events
Will attend to any event related maintenance or custodial needs that arise
Concert Duties include venue setup and breakdown (barricades, tents, waste stations, etc.,) directing vendors, waste removal, responding to maintenance emergencies, and supporting custodial staff
Setup and takedown for additional outdoor events, such as weddings, movies, etc., will be scheduled in advance and setup completed at least one hour prior to the event
Qualified candidates must assure duties are performed in a manner that preserves the high-quality standards of Red Butte Garden and will be required to help solve problems that arise

Minimum Qualifications
Six months experience required, one year experience or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) preferred. The ability to perform heavy lifting and stooping; the ability to use a variety of equipment; a commitment to providing excellent customer service; and a valid driver's license also required.

Preferences
This is an entry-level position

Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills
Six months of related experience
Event setup experience
A commitment to providing excellent customer service
Attendance for the majority of concerts

Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN15754N
Full Time or Part Time? Part Time
Work Schedule Summary: Variable - morning, evening, and weekend shifts are required.
Department: 00340 - Red Butte Garden & Arboretum
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $14.00 - $17.00 depending on experience
Close Date: 7/1/2025
Open Until Filled:

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/180622