Plant Nursery Specialist & Customer Education

Southern States Corporation; Richmond, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern States Cooperative, Inc. seeks a Plant Nursery Associate to help patrons in the plant nursery with selections and care. You will maintain plant health, assist with unloading shipments and merchandise plants to maximize sales opportunities.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, 1 year of retail experience, and knowledge of plant varieties and local growing conditions. Expect physical work outdoors and in-store duties, with team-led seminars and safety adherence.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; associate degree in plant science preferred.
• At least 1 year in retail with strong customer service.
• Knowledge of many plant varieties, local growing conditions, pests and diseases, and general care.
• Able to perform physical tasks and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Maintain health and appearance of plants; perform deadheading, pruning and watering.
• Receive, unload and inspect plant deliveries; assist with large shrubs/trees as needed.
• Merchandise and rotate plants for optimal space and customer access.
• Greet customers warmly and assist with plant selections and questions.
• Offer landscape and plant care recommendations to support projects.
• Collaborate with team to plan seminars and customer workshops.
• Update signage, pricing and product labeling per procedures.
• Handle store inquiries, security and general customer service tasks.

Skills

Plant knowledge

Customer service

Communication

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in plant science or related field

Tools

Pruning shears

Gloves

Garden hose

Irrigation system

Plant care tools

Scanner/POS equipment

Job description

Southern States Cooperative, Inc. seeks a Plant Nursery Associate to help patrons in the plant nursery with selections and care. You will maintain plant health, assist with unloading shipments and merchandise plants to maximize sales opportunities.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, 1 year of retail experience, and knowledge of plant varieties and local growing conditions. Expect physical work outdoors and in-store duties, with team-led seminars and safety adherence.