Full-Time Tree Production Crew - Outdoor Nursery

Natorp's Inc.; Mason, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Wm. A. Natorp Company in Mason, OH is seeking a Tree Production Worker for our PIP operation to prepare, plant, maintain, and stage container-grown trees. This full‑time, year‑round role requires stamina and the ability to work outdoors in all weather.

Eligibility includes being 18+, with no part‑time option, and a preference for at least 3 months in nursery/container growing. Starting pay is $19.57 per hour, with potential for overtime.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Part‑time hours are not available.
• Three months of nursery or container‑growing experience preferred.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bare-root trees for container planting by hand‑pruning tops and root systems.
• Plant prepared trees into 10–25 gallon containers, label, load onto wagons, water, and move to nursery field locations.
• Unload containers and place them into pre‑set gravel‑bed sockets.
• Promote healthy growth through pruning, weeding, staking, and similar care.
• Select trees for customer orders once they reach saleable condition.
• Assemble orders and load trucks for delivery.

Skills

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Outdoor work

Repetitive motions

Lifting 25–75+ lbs

Job description

Wm. A. Natorp Company in Mason, OH is seeking a Tree Production Worker for our PIP operation to prepare, plant, maintain, and stage container-grown trees. This full‑time, year‑round role requires stamina and the ability to work outdoors in all weather.

Eligibility includes being 18+, with no part‑time option, and a preference for at least 3 months in nursery/container growing. Starting pay is $19.57 per hour, with potential for overtime.