Job Description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Garden Associate. This associate will maintain, upkeep, and develop our garden department. The position is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the garden, ensuring that all tasks are completed efficiently and effectively, and that the garden is maintained to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with a team in the maintenance and upkeep of the garden, including managing inventory and organization of product
• Conduct regular inspections of the garden to identify areas for improvement and implement those action plans
• Manage garden resources, including plant materials, tools, and equipment
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure that garden activities are integrated with other store activities
• Help in training and guidance to new garden staff on best practices and new techniques
• Help maintain a calendar of garden events and activities

Requirements:

• Experience is preferred but not necessary, willing to train
• Strong knowledge of plant identification and gardening techniques preferred/ not necessary
• Excellent team mentality and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to lift heavy loads (up to 50 pounds) and work in a physically demanding environment
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Valid driver's license (if applicable)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Passion for gardening and plants
• Previous retail and customer service experience
• Strong communication and team mentality
• Ability to work weekends and 8-hour shifts

Working Conditions:

• This position requires working outdoors in all weather conditions (rain or shine)
• May require working on uneven terrain or in areas with heavy vegetation
• May require working with hazardous materials (e.g. pesticides, herbicides)
• This position is seasonal, motivated associates will have opportunities in other departments if available

Competitive Wages

Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, Paid

time off, 401(K) Retirement plan, Supplemental Insurance, Employee discount

We are your local hardware store and we are a part of your community. Ace Hardware has over 5,000 stores around the world with the majority of those stores independently owned and operated by local entrepreneurs. These hard working men and women are part of the fabric of your community. They are small business owners who are local and loyal...just like it ought to be. While others have become large and impersonal, at Ace, we've remained small and very personal. That's why we say a visit to Ace, is like a visit to your neighbor.

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