Nursery Sales Associate

Garden View Landscape, Nursery, & Pools•Irwindale, CA

3d•$18 - $21

About The Position

At Garden View Nursery our sales associates play a key role assisting customers with plant selections and care, managing inventory, and ensuring the overall appearance and functionality of the nursery.

Requirements

Strong communication skills; listening, oral and written.
Reflect Garden View’s core values of teamwork, positive attitude, responsibility, integrity, constant improvement, dedication and efficiency
A strong desire to learn and an interest in ornamental horticulture
Strong organizational skills and a self-starter
Basic computer skills
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., and carry 15-20 lbs repeatedly
Enjoys working outside
Must be willing to work weekends & some holidays

Nice To Haves

HIGHLY PREFERRED: Bilingual in Mandarin, Cantonese or Spanish and English
Previous sales experience
Previous experience with plants
Knowledge of plant names, growth habits, and plant maintenance
Interest in soil/ organic gardening practices
Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and other web-based programs
Ability to multi task in a fast-paced environment
Always keeping safety in mind
Understanding of different plant species, their needs, and how to care for them.

Responsibilities

Utilize excellent communication skills to assist with Retail and Wholesale customers
Greet and assist customers with plant selection based on their needs and preferences.
Ringing up orders, scheduling deliveries and installations, providing plant suggestions, quotes and estimates
Plant placement and plant care to customers
Restock plants/material
pulling/loading plants/material for customers
organizing and cleaning of retail space
labeling, maintaining plant signs, and other operational and sales tasks
Monitor for pests and diseases and take appropriate action to treat affected plants.
Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the nursery, including sweeping, cleaning, and organizing displays.
Ensure safety protocols are followed to prevent accidents or injuries.
Set up and dismantle seasonal displays and promotional areas.

Benefits

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Medical, vision & dental insurance after 90 days
Paid holidays and paid vacation after 1 year
Career Path and Advancement
Advancement opportunities include roles such as head nursery associate, nursery manager, or moving into specialized horticultural roles.
Further education in horticulture or related fields can enhance career prospects.