What are the responsibilities and job description for the Garden Center and Greenhouse Associate position at Aspen Ridge Home & Garden?
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Garden Center and Greenhouse Associate to join our retail home and garden center team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in gardening and plant care. This includes experience and a vast knowledge of annuals, perennials, shrubs and trees. The ideal candidate will be comfortable multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
- Understand proper plant care and maintenance to support a great customer experience and assist customers with purchases of annuals, perennials, shrubs, trees, gift/gardening decor and landscape materials.
- Perform heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs) as required for loading trees, shrubs, or other large plants.
- Identify different plant species and assess their health to implement appropriate care strategies.
- Assist in greenhouse operations. Knowledge of care and water requirements for plants in greenhouse and nursery environments.
- Collaborate with team members to assist customers with landscaping projects that enhance outdoor spaces.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas to promote safety and efficiency.
Requirements:
- 21 years of age
- Rotating weekend hours are required.
- Cashiering experience a plus, however, we will train you
- Unload and properly document plant and product shipments.
- Familiarity with landscape design principles and practices.
- Self-motivated, detail oriented, and ability to work independently.
- Ability, or willingness to learn, operating a skid loader.
- Able to get your hands dirty and work outside in all weather conditions as needed.
- Strong plant identification skills to recognize various species and their specific needs.
- Experience working in greenhouse environments with an understanding of growing conditions and water requirements for different plants.
If you are passionate about horticulture and enjoy working outdoors while contributing to beautiful landscapes, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join our team.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $13.00 - $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 24 – 32 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $13 - $16