What are the responsibilities and job description for the Retail Nursery Clerk I (Part-Time) position at Oaks of Hebron, Growing Together Nursery?
Job Title: Retail Nursery Clerk I
Location: Sebastopol
Position Type: Part-Time
Reports To: Nursery Supervisor
Pay Range: $17.00 – $20.00 per hour
Growing Together Nursery is a one-of-a-kind boutique store offering a curated selection of plants, garden goods, and gift shop items. As a social enterprise, we proudly create an inclusive space where individuals with and without disabilities work side by side, providing exceptional customer service and fostering community.
Job Responsibilities:
- Greet customers and assist them in finding plants and other products (ex.
- fertilizer) and answering questions
- Troubleshoot plant/pest issues over the phone and in person (plant ID, disease ID, plant care advice)
- Offer product information
- Proactively seek to drive sales through a “customer centric approach”
- Stock, water, and maintain plants and displays
- Receive, stock, and organize inventory
- Maintain clean and safe walkways, displays, and work areas
- Operate point-of-sale system for sales transactions
- Support seasonal nursery projects and special events as needed
- Follow all safety and operational procedures
- Other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Passionate about gardening and excited to expand plant knowledge
- Works well in a team and is a clear communicator
- Proactive and a self-starter
- Growth-oriented
- Great with people
- Comfortable standing and walking for extended periods
- Basic knowledge of plants, gardening, or landscaping preferred
- Strong customer service and communication skills
- Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented attitude
- Background check
Physical Requirements:
- Able and willing to work outside everyday, rain or shine (and hot and cold)
- Able and willing to lift up to 40lbs
- Able and willing to stand, bend, twist, and squat repetitively throughout the shift
Benefits:
- Competitive hourly wage
- Paid sick leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 7.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $20