What are the responsibilities and job description for the Garden Center Seasonal Associate position at Mackey's?
Description
Grow with us!
Position: Garden Center Seasonal Associate
Schedule: Seasonal Full-time and Part-time opportunities available. April 1st though July 4th.
Age Requirements: Must be 18 years or older
Mackey’s Opportunity: If you are a self-motivated individual with a passion for helping people this could be the unique opportunity you’ve been looking for. Be a part of a team that works hard to build a better business for our employees and our customers.
As a garden center associate you will be responsible for engaging with customers to ensure they are sufficiently finding products, watering and caring for plants, receiving shipments, facility cleaning and maintenance, safely moving products, performing physical inventories, cashing out customers, loading customer vehicles as well as other tasks.
Tasks will require the ability to move and transfer merchandise weighing up to 50 lbs, the ability to push and pull merchandise up to 2,000 lbs with the assistance of proper material handling equipment (e.g. pallet jack), lift or reach merchandise overhead, and frequently perform the movements of standing, kneeling, twisting, crouching, squatting, bending, stooping and climbing ladders.
We're a small business with big dreams and we are looking for people who want to join us on this mission...because Mackey's Grows.
Requirements
What abilities I must have:
- Problem solver who is able to resourcefully overcome challenges.
- Leadership qualities such as leading by example and supporting the success of team members.
- Exhibit organization and prioritization skills to complete deliverables within deadlines while managing intermittent requests and interruptions.
- Recognize and seek opportunities to learn more about products and processes to enhance Mackey’s customer experience.
- Properly handle, maintain, and store merchandise to ensure product integrity and safety for customers and team members.
- Maintain teamwork and diversity awareness by having an inclusive approach to working with customers and team members.
What will make me a standout candidate:
- Experience working in a labor intense environment
- Customer service, cashier, accounting office and/or service desk experience, particularly in a retail setting
- Write and speak clearly, concisely and with tact in a variety of settings using effective communication skills; demonstrating empathy and respect for others at all times
- Experience leading a team or project.
Work environment: Mackey’s is a fast paced retail environment that involves continuous interaction with customers, team members, and the ongoing evolution of the store. Responsibilities require active movements that include reaching, bending, and lifting. Product weights range from 5 – 60 lbs., with occasional variances due to product condition. Seasonality of the business and corresponding product offerings involves the exposure to varying temperatures and allergens. Environment requires spending a prolonged period of time on her or his feet, standing or walking, continuously between breaks.
Other notes and requirements: Willing to comply with pre-employment screening, which may include but not limited to, drug testing, reference verification and background check.
Application: Submit your resume in person (preferred) or via email. If you have any questions regarding the application, position, or hiring process, please feel free to email us directly.
