perennial assistant

SEASONAL: 3-5 DAYS PER WEEK
(WEEKEND AVAILABILITY REQUIRED)

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Objective: To efficiently and effectively maintain excellent quality perennial plants and to provide exceptional customer service.

Qualifications:

  • Ability to maintain a positive, friendly, and helpful attitude.
  • A sincere curiosity to learn and grow.
  • A genuine passion for plants, people, and sustaining our planet.
  • Dependable and punctual.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Always approachable to customers, teammates, and management.
  • Ability to perform physical activities including repeatedly lifting 10-20 lbs.
  • Ability to work in all weather conditions.
  • Flexibility in scheduling with a minimum of 3 shifts per week
  • Weekly weekend availability required.
  • Previous experience in with perennial plant sales desired, but not a prerequisite.

 Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Deliver superior, on-brand customer service.
  • Participate in all greenhouse duties and cultural practices as directed.
  • Trim, deadhead, and clean plant material.
  • Water plants in perennial department and as requested in other areas
  • Un-pack, receive, and price perennial plants.
  • Re-stock and consolidate plants.
  • Maintain clean and tidy work areas.
  • Put away or return all plastic, tools, cardboard, carts and other supplies at the end of each shift or when work is complete.
  • Understand and communicate Tonkadale’s policies.
  • Guide customers and provide consistent and correct information.

What we offer:

  • Competitive wage and retirement benefits
  • Seasonal Tonkadale attire
  • Employee discount
  • Passionate, active, inclusive, and fun work environment

This Job Description does not necessarily include all work duties or responsibilities and will be updated as we adjust to business needs, trends, and seek improvements or changes. This document does not guarantee employment in any specific role for any period of time.