What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nursery Specialist position at Co-op Supply?
Since 1934, Co-op Supply has been supplying farmers, gardeners, furry and feathered animals, and other friends and neighbors with the know-how and supplies to live a homegrown lifestyle. With four locations in Snohomish County, WA, our knowledgeable customer care teams provide practical experience related to animals, farming, gardens, and tending to your garden-to-table household. As a 90-year-old local, independent, member-owned and governed cooperative, Co-op Supply’s mission is to provide the quality people, products, and services our members need to succeed, while supporting and strengthening the wonderful communities we serve.
Co-op Supply is looking for a Nursery Specialist to join our nursery team! We are looking to fill a full-time position in our Nursery/Garden Center department in our Arlington Store. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is high energy and can handle a fast-paced environment through busy seasons during spring and summer. The successful person in this position will be self-motivated, proactive, energetic, and willing to support all members of our team at Co-op Supply.
JOB RESPONSIBLITIES
This Nursery specialist position includes but not limited to customer service, assist customers with garden questions both in-store & over the phone, moving & arranging plants, maintaining displays and signage, unloading trucks, pricing products, water plants, pruning, counting, and typical general nursery maintenance as well as administrative tasks when necessary.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous horticulture and retail nursery experience preferred
- Plant identification knowledge & understanding of wide range of plants including knowledge of our plants in the Pacific Northwest is essential
- Daily plant care and maintenance
- Excellent Customer Service skills and communication
- Retail cashier experience
- Ability to multi-task and attention to details
- Must be able to work a flexible work schedule Monday thru Sunday
- Ability to work independently and a team player
- POS experience is preferred
- Must be 18
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to work standing, sitting, bending over, kneeling for long periods of time
- Ability to push and pull up to 50lbs frequently: Loading/unloading carts with plants, garden hoses when watering and other tasks as needed
- Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions
Reports to Store Manager but receives direction and works closely with Nursery Lead.
Co-op Supply offers:
- Pay range from $17.50 to $21.00 per hour
- Medical, Dental, Vision available
- Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off (vacation and sick pay)
- 401K with up to 5% Company Match
- Generous Employee Discounts
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.50 - $21.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $21
