Nursery Production Coordinator

Tree Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Tree Pittsburgh is seeking a Nursery Production Coordinator to join the Heritage Nursery team. The NPC will implement propagation, care, and maintenance of nursery-grown plant material under the Nursery Director’s supervision.

Responsibilities include coordinating spring planting and transplanting, developing and executing the Integrated Pest Management plan, and leading volunteers at events. The role also supports nursery operations including moving trees, watering, weeding, winterization,

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating planting and transplanting schedules.
• Proven ability to lead and manage volunteers.
• Familiarity with Integrated Pest Management principles.
• Strong nursery operations and administrative skills.

Responsibilities

• Propagate, care for and maintain nursery-grown plant material.
• Lead volunteers and coordinate nursery activities.
• Coordinate spring planting and transplanting schedules.
• Develop and implement the Integrated Pest Management plan.
• Support nursery operations: moving trees, watering, weeding, winterization, order fulfilment, nursery administration, and retail sales.

Skills

Plant propagation

Volunteer leadership

Nursery operations

Maintenance planning

Job description

Tree Pittsburgh is seeking a highly motivated and skilled individual to join the Heritage Nursery team as the Nursery Production Coordinator.

Under the supervision of the Nursery Director, the Nursery Production Coordinator (NPC) will implement the propagation, care, and maintenance of nursery‑grown plant material and lead volunteers to support nursery production.

The NPC will coordinate and implement the spring planting and transplanting schedule, develop and implement the nursery’s Integrated Pest Management plan, and coordinate and lead volunteer events. The NPC will also provide support across the nursery, including moving trees, watering, weeding, winterization, order fulfilment, nursery administration, and participating in retail sales.

Applications are due on September 20, 2026 by 5:00 p.m.