Yard Worker Operator

Star Nursery, Inc.; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Star Nursery, Inc. in Las Vegas, NV is seeking staff to provide quality customer service and handle general plant upkeep. The role involves loading/unloading plant material, forklift operation, and maintaining product quality in an outdoor setting.

The position requires the ability to work in all weather, lift plant materials, and pass a drug test. Seasonal overtime may be available; work authorization in the U.S. is required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to plan ahead and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Able to analyze problems and devise solutions.
• Collaborative team player with reliable work ethic.
• Customer service focus and effective communication.
• Ability to follow directions and work independently when needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality customer service to shoppers.
• Perform general plant upkeep and ensure product quality.
• Load and unload plant material from trucks and shipments.
• Operate forklift and assist with warehouse tasks.
• Stock, label, and organize inventory on the sales floor.
• Maintain plant health through watering, pruning, and cleaning.
• Support store upkeep and safety practices on site.
• Assist with unloading flatbeds as needed.

Skills

Planning

Organization

Problem solving

Team player

Customer service

Communication

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIESProviding quality customer service. General plant upkeep along with product quality control. Providing a safe and clean work place.Follows operations standards for cost control, waste reduction, quality, safety, and complete and on-time serviceFollows policies in the areas of operations techniques, materials usagePerforms other related duties as assignedLoading and unloading plat materialOperating forkliftProduct quality controlStocking / labelingPlant maintenance (watering, cleaning, pruning)Product movesStore upkeepUnloading FlatbedsREQUIREMENTSKNOWLEDGE/SKILLS andEXPERIENCEPlanning: an ability to think ahead and plan in short- and long-term rangesThe ability to organize and manage multiple prioritiesProblem analysis and problem resolution at both a strategic and functional levelStrong ability to interact in a positive mannerStrong team playerCommitment to company valuesReliable personal transportationAbility to follow directions as well as work independently to achieve goals and complete assigned tasksAbility to work outdoors in all types of weatherForklift experience (will train and in- house Certify for 18+ years of age)QUALIFICATIONSeffective and relevant work experience in lawn and garden center industry or equivalenthonest and hard workingMust be able to work long hours (seasonal overtime available) in all types of weather conditionsMust be able to lift and move plant materialMust be able to pass a drug test (safety sensitive postio)Us work authorizationPHYSICAL DEMANDS andWORKING CONDITIONSDaily activities include: Sitting, Walking, Standing, Bending, Squatting, Kneeling, Simple grasping with hand, Pushing & Pulling, Lifting 0-60 lbs. Exposure to extremes in temperature, Labor intensive.