What are the responsibilities and job description for the Garden Center Associate position at Piala's Nursery & Garden Shop, Inc.?
Piala’s Nursery & Garden Shop, Inc. is currently seeking Garden Center Associates for our retail nursery. These seasonal positions run the duration of our operating season, which is typically from mid-March through mid-December (when the weather turns inclement). We have full and part-time positions available. Overtime is available, but not required. Scheduled work hours include Saturdays and/or Sundays from April through October.
The qualified individual will have excellent communication skills, a positive attitude, and be able to maintain a professional appearance. Must be able to regularly lift 40lbs. Horticulture experience or education is a huge plus, but not a requirement.
Responsibilities:
- Assist customers with plant selections, care and identification
- Tend to all aspects of plant care, including weeding, watering and maintaining the health, quality and appearance of plants and sales lot
- Assist with loading, tagging, and stocking merchandise
- Assemble sales floor designs
- Assist Nursery Manager and Nursery Foreman with daily nursery operations as directed
