Garden Center Assistant - Closing

This job was posted by : For more information,please see: are seeking energetic, customer-focused and operations-mindedindividuals to join Madeline George in serving our customers and caringfor our plants. Visit our website [](to learnmore about us and our missionGarden Center Assistant with Closing ResponsibilitiesPosition Type: Part-time 15 - 20 hours a week depending on shiftSeasonal position March through mid-NovemberAvailable Shifts:Sunday through Tuesday 1:00pm to 5/6pm (1 position)Wednesday through Saturday 1:00pm to 5/6pm (1 position)Hourly Wage: $9.00 to $13.00 depending on retail experience andplant/garden knowledgeBenefits: 401k Plan, Employee DiscountsResponsibilities:- Perform administrative closing tasks including closing the tills, checking mail/phone, closing the nursery for the night, basic facilities maintenance- Perform nursery related tasks for the specific plant areas assigned, including watering, deadheading, pruning, fertilizing, transplanting and merchandising.- Identify plant needs and/or stress conditions and address with proper treatment or advise manager- Greet and direct customers to plants, tools, supplies, amendments, etc. based on their needs- Offer guidance on our services, including design, delivery, classes, events, etc.- Process basic transactions on the POS system including purchases, holds and pickups- Load and unload plants, hard goods and other products- Assist with pricing and stocking plants, hard goods and other products- Assist managers with various operational tasks- Learn and execute company policies and procedures- Develop a positive rapport and relationships with our customers- Assist customers with plant guidance and selection based on their specific needs- Coach customers on proper planting and plant care techniques- Acquire and share reliable knowledge about Treasure Valley gardeningQualifications:- Interest in plants, gardening and landscaping- Basic to broad knowledge about plants and gardening in the Treasure Valley- Positive, can-do, creative, solution-oriented, initiative taking and team oriented attitude- Attention to detail and comfortable with repetitive type work and following procedures- Team oriented and able to work with others to accomplish tasks and goals- Able to take direction, work independently and balance multi-tasking- Ability to stand long periods of time; lift up to 25lbs and easily bend, lift and squat regularly- Able to work outside in all types of weather year round- Basic computer skills and experience with POS system functions- Willingness to learn and implement knowledge and skills in the nursery- Educational background, training, and certifications as applicableBased on knowledge and experienceSubmit resume together with letter of introduction via e-mail to Hannahat

Created: 2026-01-08