Seasonal Tree Lot Worker

Rogers Gardens Newport Beach; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Gratuities

Job summary

Rogers Gardens Newport Beach is seeking a Seasonal Tree Lot Worker to help prepare, care for, and load Christmas trees while providing friendly service in an outdoor setting.

The role involves unloading trees, trimming with a chainsaw, securing displays, and assisting customers throughout the season from mid-November to late December.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and use tools safely.
• Frequent lifting, carrying, bending, and standing throughout a shift.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work well with others as part of a team.
• Friendly, helpful manner when interacting with customers and the public.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to stay active during busy periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, care for, and load cut Christmas trees while delivering friendly customer service.
• Unload trees from delivery trucks and move them into the lot safely.
• Trim tree trunks/branches with a chainsaw, using protective gear.
• Place trees in stands and ensure they are upright and secure for display.
• Load trees onto customers' cars while protecting trees and vehicles.
• Water and maintain trees to keep them fresh for sale.
• Keep the lot clean by removing branches and debris.
• Work with coworkers to handle trees, assist customers, and follow managers' instructions.

Skills

Outdoor work

Teamwork

Customer service

Safety awareness

Follow instructions

Strength & stamina

Tools

Chainsaw

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Retail - Corona del Mar, CA 92625, Salary Range: $18.00 - $18.00 Hourly, JOB TITLE: Seasonal Tree Lot Worker

REPORTS TO:
General Manager & Operations Manager

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Primarily responsible for preparing, caring for, and loading cut Christmas trees while providing friendly customer service in a labor-intensive outdoor position.
• Unload cut Christmas trees from delivery trucks and move them safely into the tree lot.
• Trim tree trunks and branches with a chainsaw, following safe operating procedures and using required protective equipment.
• Place trees in stands and ensure they are secure and upright for display or customer purchase.
• Load and secure trees onto customer cars carefully, protecting both the trees and vehicles.
• Water and maintain trees to keep them fresh and ready for sale.
• Keep the tree lot clean and organized by removing branches, trimmings, and other debris.
• Work closely with coworkers to handle trees safely, assist customers, and complete tasks assigned by the Managers or Team Leader.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and use tools safely.
• Ability to perform frequent lifting, carrying, bending, and standing throughout a shift, using team assistance when needed.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work well with others as part of a team.
• Friendly, helpful manner when interacting with customers and the public.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to stay active during busy periods.

WORK SCHEDULE

Seasonal position with varying shifts, including 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and 12:00 p.m. (noon) to 8:30 p.m. The season is from mid-November to late December.

PAY RATE

$18.00 per hour, plus the potential for gratuities.