Job description

We are an Employee-owned business looking for an individual with a strong work ethic, desire to learn, ability to adapt to changing work requirement and needs, and who shares a passion for horticulture and providing superior customer service.

Candidate will work closely with the current nursery manager to accomplish operational goals shown, but not limited to, those listed below:

*Oversee the care and maintenance of nursery stock, plants, shrubs, and trees on the facility grounds including pruning, trimming, and grounds maintenance.

*Maintain high levels of inventory control, including accurate receiving, daily/weekly inventory counts, and minimize shrinkage through proper utilization of current inventory programs and horticultural practices.

*Maintain irrigation system in a functional manner.

*Direct and assist the staff on the planting of new vegetation, the replacement and spraying of trees and shrubs, and tending to high stress areas especially during the summer months.

*Stay attuned with current fertilizer and pesticide application. Participate in the application of fertilizers and pesticides.

*Oversee the operation of mechanical and power equipment utilized in the maintenance of ornamental plants and trees.

*Assist in the management of department members that may include, but is not limited to: landscapers, nursery workers.

*Assure that effective orientation and training are given to each new associate.

*Assist in developing ongoing training programs.

*Assist in monitoring business volume forecast and plans accordingly in areas of manpower, productivity, costs and other expenses.

*Incorporate safe work practices in job performance.

*Perform other duties as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

*College degree in Horticulture or related field.

*Six months to one year related experience and/or training; equivalent combination of education and experience.

*Strong ability to engage, interact, and provide customers with exceptional customer service and follow-up.

*Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Haslett, MI: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Horticulture or related: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Pesticide Applicator’s License (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

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