Nursery Associate

THE GROUND UP • Houston, TX

1d • $14 - $15 • Onsite

About The Position

The Nursery Associate plays a key role in supporting TGU’s retail and wholesale nursery operations by assisting customers, maintaining plant health, and ensuring a clean, organized, and safe environment. This role is part of the Nursery team and does not include supervisory responsibilities. Success in the first 12 months looks like consistently delivering excellent customer service, mastering equipment operation (as applicable), maintaining high-quality plant care standards, and contributing to efficient daily operations in a fast-paced outdoor environment.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of experience working outdoors.
• Ability to read and write legibly.
• Basic mathematical skills and strong attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work required shift hours, including Monday–Friday and rotating Saturdays.
• Reliable transportation and a valid state-issued driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Experience in a garden center, nursery, or farming environment.
• Education or experience in horticulture, agriculture, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with nursery, floral, garden, plant, and landscape product inquiries and purchases.
• Load customer vehicles with plants, bulk materials, gravel, bases, and stones.
• Perform daily nursery maintenance including sweeping, raking, shoveling, pruning, deadheading, hand-watering, and weed control.
• Load and unload delivery trucks, trailers, and semis.
• Maintain nursery areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition.
• Assist with deliveries as needed.
• Support team members and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and travel opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed