Garden Center Retail Associate

Esbenshade's Garden Centers; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 17,908 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

Esbenshade's Garden Centers is looking for Seasonal Garden Center Retail Associates in Fleetwood, Pennsylvania. This role supports multiple departments including Nursery, Perennials, and Greenhouse, providing customer assistance and maintaining plant inventory.

Candidates should have a positive attitude, be able to work outdoors, and lift up to 50 lbs. Full-time and part-time options are available, with required availability on Saturdays. Join a family-owned business with a passion for helping customers grow.

Qualifications

• Plant knowledge is a plus — but training will be provided.
• Availability on Saturdays is required.

Responsibilities

• Assisting customers with plant selection and product questions.
• Watering, stocking, and maintaining plant displays.
• Caring for nursery, perennial, and greenhouse inventory.
• Operating a register and providing friendly checkout service.
• Maintaining a clean and organized work environment.

Skills

Positive, team-oriented attitude

Ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment

Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather

Ability to lift 25–50lbs regularly

Job description

Garden Center Retail Associate (Seasonal – Multiple Departments)

Location: Fleetwood

Seasonal Position: Mid-March through Mid/Late June

Full-Time & Part Time | Day & Evening Shifts | Saturdays Required (Closed Sundays)

To apply:

Please submit your application HERE.

Esbenshade’s is hiring Seasonal Garden Center Retail Associates to support multiple departments including:

• Nursery
• Perennials
• Greenhouse

If you enjoy working outdoors, helping customers, and being part of a fast-paced seasonal team,we'd love to meet you.

When applying, please indicate which department(s) you’re most interested in.

What You’ll Do

• Depending on department placement, responsibilities may include:
• Assisting customers with plant selection and product questions
• Watering, stocking, and maintaining plant displays
• Caring for nursery, perennial, and greenhouse inventory
• Merchandising and restocking garden center products
• Operating a register and providing friendly checkout service
• Loading soil, mulch, and plant materials for customers
• Maintaining a clean and organized work environment

What We're Looking For

• Positive, team-oriented attitude
• Ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather
• Ability to lift 25–50lbs regularly
• Availability on Saturdays (required)

Plant knowledge is a plus — but we’re happy to train motivated team members!

Why Work at Esbenshade’s?

At Esbenshade’s, we’re more than just a Garden Center — we’re a family-owned business with deep roots and a passion for helping our customers grow. Our team thrives on innovation, creativity, and the entrepreneurial spirit that has shaped our success for over 60 years.

We believe in empowering our people, building strong partnerships, and maintaining a culture that values both hard work and a sense of family.

Join us this spring and be part of a company that’s growing fast, thinking big, and staying true to its core values.

How to Apply

• Preferred department(s)
• Desired schedule (full-time or part-time)
• Day or evening availability

We look forward to growing with you this season!