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GARDEN CENTER SALES ASSOCIATE
We are looking for a plant enthusiast to join our team as a Garden Center Sales Associate. If you have a passion for gardening and enjoy working in a fast-paced customer facing environment, we would love to hear from you!
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Responsibilities:
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Assist customers with their gardening needs while providing guidance and recommendations to customers on plant selection, care, and maintenance
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Maintain the appearance of the garden center by organizing and arranging plants and merchandise
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Water, prune, and care for plants to ensure their health and vitality
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Process customer transactions accurately and efficiently using the point-of-sale system, handling cash, credit card, and other payment methods
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Assist with inventory management, including receiving deliverires and stocking merchandise
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Collaborate with team members to create attractive displays and promotional setups
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Answer customer inquiries in person, over the phone, or via email
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Assist with e-commerce operations, including online order fulfillment
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Skills and Requirements:​
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A basic knowledge of plants is required along with an enthusiasm to learn
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Ability and willingness to carry heavy items, such as bags of soil or potted plants
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Ability to work outdoors on your feet in various weather conditions
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Excellent customer service skills to provide a positive shopping experience
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Strong sales skills to connect with customers and sell products through thoughtful recommendations
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Attention to detail and strong organizational and communication skills
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Proficiency in using a point-of-sale (POS) system for processing sales transactions and knowledge of e-commerce platforms
Garden Center Maintenance & Delivery Associate
The Garden Center Maintenance and Delivery Associate will be responsible for performing a wide variety of maintenance tasks and handle the transportation of plant material.
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Responsibilities:
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Collaborate with other team members to coordinate maintenance activities and ensure minimal disruption to shop operations
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Assist with special projects and renovations as directed by management
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Safely operate company vehicles, including vans or trucks, to deliver plants to customers' locations
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Load and unload plants and supplies onto and from the delivery vehicle, ensuring proper handling to prevent damage during transit
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Plan delivery routes efficiently to minimize travel time and maximize productivity
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Perform routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning, painting, and repairing
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Skills and Requirements:
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Experience in maintenance or facilities management, in a retail or commercial setting preferred
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A valid driver's license with a clean driving record
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Strong customer service skills with a friendly and professional demeanor
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Ability to lift and carry heavy objects and perform physical tasks associated with loading and unloading deliveries
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Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems independently
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Strong knowledge of maintenance procedures, equipment, and tools
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Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
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Ability to work outdoors on your feet in various weather conditions
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Weekend availability is required