Garden Center Associate

SUNSTAR NURSERIES

POSITION: GARDEN CENTER SALES

Sunstar Nurseries Ltd., a recognized grower and supplier of quality plants, is currently seeking motivated individuals to work at our Garden Center located in Edmonton. Full-time and part-time positions are available. Preference will be given to applicants who have a working knowledge through education and/or experience in horticulture with an emphasis on landscape ornamentals. Previous sales and customer relations experience is a definite asset. These characteristics are not required but would be very helpful.

Responsibilities include:

a) Customer Service and Sales:

- providing information and recommendations.

- processing and invoicing of purchases

- communication and general public relations.

b) Garden Center Maintenance and Appearance:

- organizing, weeding, pruning, watering of plants.

- maintaining general cleanliness/ tidiness of selling lot and store area.

- signage, tagging, and pricing.

c) Assisting in Other Related Activities as Required.

Qualifications:

a) A positive work ethic and attitude and a willingness to learn are essential.

b) Good working knowledge of ornamental horticulture applicable to Alberta, including plant identification, biology and landscape design. This is an asset but not required.

c) Effective communication skills and attention to detail.

d) The ability to take responsibility and work with a minimum of supervision.

e) Good physical condition and mindful of personal appearance.

f) Those who are presently enrolled in or have completed the Landscape Horticulturist Apprenticeship Program or other post-secondary horticultural programs are encouraged to apply.

Wages: $19.50/hr - Higher wages considered for education/experience in horticulture

Start Date: April 22, 2024

Other Scheduling Information: We are always closed on Sundays so this would not be a required day of work at any time, but most Saturdays will be a required work day. Usually an additional day in the middle of the week will be given off in addition to Sunday. We are open one or two evenings in the Spring until 8pm and there may be one shift a week that requires work until 8pm.

Candidates should apply by submitting a current resume in confidence to:

info@sunstarnurseries.com

Website: www.sunstarnurseries.com

Sunstar Nurseries Ltd.

810 - 167 ave N.E.

Edmonton, AB T5Y 6K9

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6-7 months

Salary: From $19.50 per hour

Expected hours: 35 – 45 per week

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Experience:

• Horticulture: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-03-31
Expected start date: 2024-04-22