What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laborer position at NORTHERN NURSERIES, INC?
Garden Center Laborer & Customer Service Associate - seasonal position for a Landscape Distribution Center
Our team of horticulture experts at Northern Nurseries is looking for a hard-working individual for full-time seasonal position as a Landscape General Laborer/Customer Service Associate. The season is from April through October – depending on seasonal weather fluctuations.
In this position you will:
- Speak with customers regarding their current orders and write new orders
- Load and unload plant materials in most weather conditions outside
- Maintain nursery stock – this includes watering, moving stock around the yard, maintaining the nursery stock, and other duties as assigned
- Various job duties that are related to nursery maintenance
The position requires physicality; you must be able to lift 50 pounds without assistance. Previous experience with equipment such as forklift and front-end loaders & knowledge of nursery stock or plants is a PLUS.
Requirements:
- Ability to work outside in most weather conditions
- Physicality – you must be able to life 50 pounds unassisted
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must have a clean driving record
To apply either:
- Apply in person – 115 Cordell Road, Schenectady, New York12304 - be prepared to complete an Employment Application - - or - -
- Complete an online application on Indeed.com
Pay starts at $18/hour and is based on experience.
Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 35 per week
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Landscaping: 1 year (Required)
- Gardening: 1 year (Required)
- Customer service: 1 year (Required)
- Outdoor work: 1 year (Required)
Language:
- English (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Schenectady, NY 12304: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18