What are the responsibilities and job description for the Customer Service Associate - Garden Center (Seasonal) position at J.J. Wurst Landscape Contractor, Inc?
** This is a seasonal position! Work for the year starts in late March or early April and ends around mid October, depending on the weather. **
Job Overview:
We are seeking a motivated and customer-oriented individual to join our team as a garden center associate. As a garden center associate, you will be responsible for assisting customers with their lawn care and garden needs, making suggestions and answering questions about shrubbery, vegetables, annuals & perennials while providing excellent customer service and maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the garden center.
Responsibilities:
- Assist customers in selecting plants, flowers, and gardening supplies
- Provide knowledgeable advice on plant care, landscaping, and gardening techniques
- Stock and maintain inventory of plants, seeds, fertilizers, and gardening tools
- Operate the cash register and handle cash transactions accurately
- Maintain a clean and organized garden center
- Water plants and ensure they are properly cared for
- Assist with merchandising displays to attract customers
- Answer customer inquiries in person or over the phone
- Be familiar with the bulk mulch & gravels we carry and learn how to load them into customer vehicles
- Accurately take orders, receive payment and schedule deliveries for bulk materials over the phone
- Communicate effectively
Skills:
- Previous experience in retail sales or customer service preferred
- Be a self-starter. You will have to care for plants/flowers as needed whether it's rotating, watering, fertilizing, etc.
- Knowledge of lawn care and gardening practices
- Ability to lift heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) and perform physical tasks such as bending, stooping, and standing for extended periods of time
- Strong communication skills to effectively sell products and provide assistance to customers
- Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems is a plus
- Be able (and prepared) to work in all weather conditions
Join our team as a garden center associate and be part of a dynamic environment where you can share your passion for gardening while providing exceptional service to our valued customers.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14 - $16