Nursery and Garden Center Associate

Now Hiring Multiple Positions at The Nursery at Colts Neck

Are you passionate about plants and love working outdoors? The Nursery at Colts Neck is looking for enthusiastic and hardworking individuals to join our team! We have multiple positions available. Please send your resume! Must be willing to work and have basic knowledge of plants. Please only apply if you have nursery and garden center experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert advice to customers on plant selection, care, and landscaping

• Maintain plant health through proper watering, pruning, and pest control

• Unload, stock, and organize inventory (trees, shrubs, annuals, perennials, soil, etc.)

• Operate equipment safely (carts, wheelbarrows, forklifts if applicable)

• Keep the garden center clean, organized, and visually appealing

• Assist with planting displays and seasonal arrangements

• Process sales transactions and manage customer orders

• Monitor stock levels and assist with reordering

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum 2 years of experience working in a garden center, greenhouse, nursery, or similar setting

• Strong knowledge of plant care, soil types, and pest/disease management

• Excellent customer service and communication skills

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work outdoors in varying weather conditions

• Team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic

Please Note:

This is not an entry-level position. We are only accepting applications from individuals with relevant horticultural experience or a background in a related field. If you do not have prior experience, we kindly ask that you do not apply.

Job Responsibilities:

Depending on the position, duties may include:
Assisting customers with plant selection and gardening advice
Watering, pruning, and maintaining plants on site
Stocking and organizing inventory, including unloading deliveries
Operating the cash register and processing transactions
Keeping the garden center clean and organized
Helping with seasonal displays and special projects
Loading heavy items (soil, mulch, plants) into customer vehicles

What We’re Looking For:

Passion for plants and gardening
Ability to lift 30-40lbs and work on your feet in various weather conditions
Strong customer service and teamwork skills
Flexible availability, including weekends and holidays

Why Join Our Team?
Work in a beautiful outdoor environment
Growth opportunities within the company

The Nursery at Colts Neck 685 RT 34 Colts Neck NJ 07722
Hours Flexible shifts available. Must be able to work weekends
Pay $18 - $22 per hour (based on experience and willing to pay more for the right employee)

Apply Today!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• Can you identify plants. Names, sizes and how they grow?
• Do you know the difference between annuals and perennials?
• Have you worked in a garden center before?
• Are you a quick learner?
• Are you willing to work weekends?

Ability to Commute:

• Colts Neck, NJ 07722 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $22