Loader

Pike Nurseries; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Great benefits for associates

Job summary

Pike Nurseries is seeking a Loader to join our team in the Metro Atlanta, GA area and Charlotte, NC. This role supports loading area, greenhouse, and front-end operations with a focus on safety, efficiency, and excellent customer service.

Hours vary by season and weekend work is required. We offer benefits for full-time associates and a range of employment options including full-time or part-time hourly positions.

Qualifications

• Personable, outgoing, enthusiastic and self-motivated required.
• Forklift certification may be required at manager's discretion.
• Ability to organize, prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Must be able to stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Loads, unloads, and moves materials in loading area, greenhouse, and garden shop.
• Provides courteous loading assistance for customers.
• Verifies and loads materials listed on the POS receipt.
• Operates forklift or cart, dolly, or hand truck as needed.
• Attends store meetings and other responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Forklift certification

Multitasking

Stand for long periods

Job description

Job Title: Loader
Locations: Metro Atlanta, GA and Charlotte, NC
Status: Full Time or Part Time / Hourly
Relationships: Retail Management / Manager on Duty
Work Schedule: Hours vary by season. This position will require weekend work.

“Come Have Fun and Enjoy the Great Outdoors!”

Do you enjoy working in an open or outdoor environment? Do you enjoy interacting with customers and associates with a common interest? Need a little physical activity in your life? Like having a flexible schedule?

If you answered "YES" to any of the above, this may be the perfect job for you!

Pike Nurseries has been serving residents in the Southeast for nearly 60 years. Pike Nurseries is recognized as a leader in the Garden Center Industry for its commitment to providing the best selection, quality, service and horticultural expertise. With Pike's sister brand, Armstrong Garden Centers, in California, is considered to be the largest independent garden center company in the U.S. with career opportunities and growth from coast to coast.

We are excited about your next step

Ensures timely and accurate customer or vendor assistance in the loading area, greenhouse or front end. Maintains the merchandise in the loading area.

Education, Prior Work Experience, and Specialized Skills and Knowledge

Personable, outgoing, enthusiastic, self-motivated individual, charismatic are the skills needed to be successful at this position

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Understands that safety, proactive customer engagement and customer satisfaction are our top priorities.
• Loads, unloads, and moves materials within or near the loading area, greenhouse and garden shop.
• Provides courteous and accurate loading assistance for customers on a timely basis.
• Verifies and loads the materials listed on the Point of Sale receipt.
• Operates a forklift or utilize a cart, dolly or hand truck to load materials as needed.
• Attends store meetings as directed by management.
• Accepts other responsibilities as assigned.

Other Skills, Abilities, & Qualifications

• Has a high level of interpersonal skills to deal with customers according to company standards.
• Becomes forklift certified at manager's discretion.
• Has the ability to organize and prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Is required to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to multi-task.

Compensation

We have great benefits! (Benefits available to full-time associates)

• Major medical, dental, vision and other group benefits
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Participate in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401k
• 30% Employee Discount
• Hourly rate is commensurate with experience

Safety First!

Physical Environment/Working Conditions

This position requires some physical activity such as lifting, squatting, bending, twisting, pushing, pulling and walking. Unassisted lifting limits between 30 and 50 lbs. Individuals may be required to do any or all of these situations throughout the work day, with an emphasis on walking and standing for a major portion of the day. The outside environment will comprise most of the day with some inside building activity.