What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Customer Loading and Customer Service position at Faddegon's Nursery?
We are hiring for a part time weekends position for the 2025 season. Outdoor loader/customer assistant positions are available. We are looking for someone who can work all weekends during our busy season.
We are looking for passionate and friendly seasonal Customer Loading Assistants, who love helping people, to join our team! Do you enjoy a variety of tasks in your day, such as stocking merchandise, customer service and working outside? Then this may be the right fit for you!
Job Title: Loading Assistant and Product Readiness Assistant
Reports To: Front End Manager
Position Type: Part Time-Temporary, Seasonal
Role and Responsibilities: A position for someone who loves being physical, enjoys being outdoors, likes being around plants, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. Should be motivated, hardworking and willing to learn and take responsibility.
Skills:
- Ability to lift 50 pounds, bending, twisting and standing for long periods of time
- A positive and helpful attitude
- Excellent customer service
- Ability to adjust to changing needs and assist where you are needed most
- Able to work in different environments and weather conditions
- An understanding of what neat, safe, and organized looks like
- Acts with integrity. Demonstrates responsible and honest behavior in all roles
- Attention to detail. Maintains high quality standards for work
Responsibilities:
- Assist customers to load large or heavy items (ie; plants, soil, furniture, pots)
- Gather and return carts to designated areas
- Label/assist with receiving in and moving plants from receiving area to display areas
- Assist in keeping the facility clean by emptying trash and picking up
- Keep customers your number one priority by answering basic questions, finding the right help where needed
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ability to multitask
- Interest in gardening or plants
- Previous experience in a retail workspace is helpful
- Team focused. Actively looks for ways to help both customers and staff
Job Types: Part-time, Temporary
Pay: $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Weekends only
Application Question(s):
- Tell us about your experience (either personal or professional) with indoor or outdoor plants, gardening or landscaping:
Ability to Commute:
- Latham, NY 12110 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16
