Seasonal Greenhouse Associate

We are looking for ridiculously passionate people who share our love of plants and are obsessed with the success of co-workers and customers. Ideal candidates will show up for work fresh and focused with an enthusiastic attitude and a ridiculous passion for learning.

This position offers seasonal, full-time or part-time hours. Weekend availability preferred.

As a Seasonal Greenhouse Associate at Tonkadale, you’ll work hands-on with plants while helping create a beautiful, thriving greenhouse environment during our busiest seasons. You’ll support daily greenhouse operations by unloading trucks, caring for plants, maintaining displays, and assisting customers with basic plant questions. This role is ideal for someone who loves being around plants, enjoys physical, active work, and takes pride in contributing to a fresh, well-cared-for garden center.

You’ll bring Tonkadale’s values to life through attention to detail, teamwork, and a shared sense of ridiculous passion for plants.

• Garden center or retail experience preferred but not required.
• A passion for plants and gardening.
• Comfortable using basic technology and point-of-sale systems.
• Effective communication skills.
• Able to respond to basic customer concerns with the support of leaders.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Desire to work independently and as part of a team.
• A positive, friendly, can-do attitude that lifts people around you
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
• An approachable presence with customers, teammates, and leaders

• Care for and maintain plant material through watering, trimming, deadheading, and general upkeep
• Pot, plant, and maintain cuttings, liners, seeds, and hanging baskets
• Receive, unpack, price, and merchandise plants and fresh product
• Move and unload plant deliveries using greenhouse carts and trolleys
• Restock, consolidate, and maintain organized, visually appealing plant displays
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized greenhouse work areas
• Properly store and return tools, carts, plastics, cardboard, and supplies
• Assist customers with basic plant identification, care, and availability questions
• Follow established procedures, safety guidelines, and team expectations
• Pitch in with additional greenhouse or store tasks as needed

• Garden center or retail experience preferred but not required.
• A passion for plants and gardening.
• Comfortable using basic technology and point-of-sale systems.
• Effective communication skills.
• Able to respond to basic customer concerns with the support of leaders.
• Basic organizational skills and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

This is a hands-on, active role that requires being on your feet for most of the workday. The position involves lifting and carrying 10–25 pounds repetitively, bending, reaching, pushing and pulling carts, and handling plant materials. This role requires the ability to work in hot, humid greenhouse conditions as well as varying outdoor weather conditions, and to remain hydrated throughout the shift.

This job posting does not necessarily describe all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with this position and may be updated as business needs evolve. This document does not constitute a contract of employment or guarantee employment for any specific duration. Employment is at-will.