What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shrub Area Grower Assistant position at Natorp's?
Natorp Nursery – Company Overview
With over 110 years of experience, Natorp Nursery is a fourth-generation, family-owned and operated business known for producing high-quality plant material at scale. Our extensive growing facility cultivates a full range of plant varieties, including trees, perennials, annuals, and shrubs.
We serve a diverse customer base, supplying plants to independent garden centers, wholesale companies, municipalities, landscape professionals, and homeowners through our retail nursery outlet.
Shrub Department Overview
Shrubs are a vital and growing category within our operation. As part of our continued expansion, we are increasing our shrub production area by an additional 7 acres. We take pride in delivering consistently high-quality shrubs and seek a motivated, detail-oriented individual to support this important segment of our business.
Position: Shrub Area Grower Assistant
Role Summary
This role supports the Head Grower in overseeing shrub production. The ideal candidate is ambitious, focused, and capable of managing multiple responsibilities with minimal supervision.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 2-3 years in a production nursery setting
- Experience working with shrubs
- Ability to learn and follow established processes
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to multitask and prioritize work independently
- Willingness to work weekends as needed
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in overseeing all shrub production operations
- Execute cultural practices such as pruning, spacing, fertilizing, and irrigation
- Monitor plant development, health, and pest pressure
- Ensure plants meet quality standards and are sale-ready
- Collaboration with the Head Grower
- Support and help supervise team members in daily, weekly, and monthly tasks
Compensation & Benefits
- $20–$30 per hour (based on experience)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
Salary : $20 - $30