Job Overview:
We are seeking Summer Associates/Interns to join our team for the upcoming season. This role will involve working mostly outdoors in our nursery & pottery yards. The ideal candidate must be physically fit, able to stand for their entire shift, able to repeatedly lift 40 lbs., and push 70 lbs. Associates/Interns will assist customers with carry outs, help sweep & maintain the yards, water plants, move and tag merchandise. A great summer position with an end of summer bonus for hardworking and responsible candidates. Weekend shift availability is very important.
Rising High School Seniors (17 or older) with a 2.7+ GPA are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities:
- Meet, greet & direct customers. Answer questions, provide assistance, learn about retail store operations.
- Assist with merchandise carry outs to cashiers and then to customer vehicles
- Help assemble and move furniture, pottery, potting soil, and merchandise.
- Perform heavy lifting tasks as needed to support in our nursery and pottery operations
- Help water plants and ensure proper watering techniques are followed
- Help with yard maintenance - sweeping & cleaning; tagging & staging merchandise
- Collaborate with team members to complete assigned projects
Qualifications:
- Ability to work in outdoor environments and perform physical tasks
- Interest in learning about Retail Operations and Customer Service
- Strong willingness to learn and contribute to a growing team
- Must be able to work at least 16-20 hrs/week
- Must be able to work weekends
This is a paid position that offers valuable hands-on work experience - merchandising, customer service, teamwork and work ethic. An end of summer bonus (up to $500) will be granted to all Summer Associates who prove reliable, responsible and professional.
No documented write ups, strong attendance, strong work ethic, friendly, motivated & responsible. Based on hours worked per week.