Sales Associate - Seasonal Lawn & Garden

To tell the story of North 40 Outfitters is to tell a success story of the people of the Northwest. We do what we love, and love what we do because we’re passionate. We’re dedicated. We give it all we’ve got and then we get up in the morning and do it all over again. We’re farmers and ranchers. We’re barrel racers and river chasers. We’re honest. We’re helpful. And our families, our friends, and our communities are everything. This is us. This is who we are. It’s what we do every day.

Our Values:

• Embrace Authenticity
• Encourage Transparency
• Promote Learning
• Build Trust
• Earn Respect
• Deliver Value
• Serve Our Customers

North 40 Outfitters in Mead, WA, is looking to hire a knowledgeable and self-motivated individual to join our team as a Seasonal Full-Time Benefit Eligible Lawn & Garden Associate. We believe that each team member plays a vital role in the success of our company, and we are looking for authentic and enthusiastic people who love our lifestyle and believe in service before self. Do you have a background in farming or ranching? Would you like to work for a company that prides itself on being a resource for the community? If so, you could be the person we are looking for!

North 40 Outfitters is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

• Willingness to share credit, work with others in a team environment, and define success collectively rather than individually
• Ability to take initiative, embrace change, and learn new things
• Drive to be dependable, and to perform well against the expectations of the role
• Committed to supplying our North 40 guests with phenomenal customer service
• Knowledge of gardening and plants and/or Greenhouse experience a plus
• Good communication skills and the ability to effectively engage with individuals on a regular basis
• Ability to work well with others and a willingness to learn
• Ability to multitask and take on different responsibilities when necessary
• Open availability and a willingness to meet shift requirements, including working on weekends and certain holidays
• Physical ability to work outside in all weather conditions, lift up to 60 lbs. frequently, spend up to 100% of work time, other than breaks, standing and moving, climbing and kneeling on concrete or hard surfaces; use of forklifts, pallet jacks, ladders, and rolling staircases. Consistent adherence to safety standards
• Understanding of correct lifting and loading techniques

WHAT IS IT LIKE TO BE A LAWN & GARDEN ASSOCIATE AT NORTH 40?

As a Lawn & Garden Sales Associate at North 40, your main priority is to connect with our customers and be a genuine resource on our products. You play a key role in the overall customer experience by providing outstanding customer service, accurate product information, and solution recommendations for our customer’s needs. To support maintaining an impressive environment for our customers, you will help with stocking and merchandising products, and safeguarding company assets. You are committed to doing a job well – and you demonstrate that by your willingness to learn, your reliability, and your genuine interest in and support of your teammates. Knowledge of farm store merchandise is helpful. Knowledge of animal health, vaccines, products, and materials is preferred.

WORK SCHEDULE FOR A LAWN & GARDEN ASSOCIATE

This full-time benefits eligible position requires the ability to work all scheduled shifts between the business hours of Mon-Sat 7 am to 7 pm, and Sunday 9 am to 5 pm. This shift can include working weekends and certain holidays and will require flexibility in scheduling based on business needs.