Tree and Shrub Associate

Tropical Treehouse Corp.; Rockville (VA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on experience with diverse plants

Opportunities to learn horticultural skills

Collaborative team environment

Flexible scheduling options

Job summary

A landscaping company in Virginia is seeking a Tree & Shrub Sales Associate to assist guests with plant selection and care. This role involves guiding customers through the tree and shrub department, maintaining plant quality, and creating an inviting shopping environment. The ideal candidate has a passion for horticulture, strong customer service skills, and the ability to perform physical tasks outdoors. Flexible scheduling is required, with hands-on experience provided.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks outdoors.
• Flexibility to work on weekdays and weekends during peak season.
• Genuine enthusiasm for plants and landscaping.
• Retail or horticulture experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Guide guests in plant selection for their landscapes.
• Maintain health and quality of trees and shrubs.
• Organize and display plant material attractively.
• Assist with deliveries and stock the sales yard.
• Collaborate with team members for smooth operations.

Skills

Customer service

Plant care

Horticultural knowledge

Job description

Job Title: Tree & Shrub Sales Associate

Join our team this season as a Tree & Shrub Sales Associate! We’re looking for motivated, plant-loving individuals who enjoy working outdoors and helping guests select the right trees and shrubs to enhance their landscapes. This role combines horticultural knowledge, hands‑on plant care, and exceptional customer service to create an outstanding garden center experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Guest Assistance & Plant Selection: Guide guests through the tree and shrub department, helping them choose plants that best suit their landscape, sunlight conditions, soil type, and design goals. Provide clear, confident advice on planting and long‑term care.
• Plant Care & Quality Management: Maintain the health and presentation of all tree and shrub material through proper watering, spacing, pruning, and monitoring for plant health issues.
• Merchandising & Department Presentation: Organize and display plant material in an attractive and easy‑to‑shop layout. Ensure the department remains clean, well‑labeled, and visually inspiring for guests.
• Inventory & Deliveries: Assist with unloading plant deliveries, moving and staging trees and shrubs, and stocking the sales yard efficiently while maintaining plant quality.
• Team Support & Guest Experience: Work collaboratively with team members to ensure smooth operations and provide every guest with a welcoming, knowledgeable, and enjoyable shopping experience.

Qualifications

• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks such as moving plant material, working outdoors, and standing for extended periods in various weather conditions.
• Availability: Flexible schedule including weekdays and weekends during the peak spring season.
• Interest in Horticulture: A genuine enthusiasm for plants, landscaping, and helping others succeed in their gardens.
• Experience: Previous retail, nursery, landscaping, or horticulture experience is helpful but not required. A willingness to learn and grow with our team is most important.

Benefits

• Hands‑on experience working with a wide variety of trees and shrubs
• Opportunities to expand horticultural knowledge and plant care skills
• A collaborative and positive team environment
• Flexible scheduling options

If you enjoy working with plants, being outdoors, and helping people bring their landscapes to life, we’d love to have you join our team this season!