Join our team! Gemmell’s is looking for knowledgeable plant people to work outdoors in our Nursery and Perennial in Smiths Falls. If you have a good knowledge of trees, shrubs, evergreens, roses and Perennials or a combination of any of the above then we would love to meet you. As the Nursery and/or Perennial Sales staff you would work outdoors helping customers find the perfect plants for their gardens. We provide a varying combination of seasonal full-time and part-time positions with flexible scheduling. If you are looking to work somewhere fun & fast-paced surrounded by plants, then apply below! This is a perfect job for a retired garden enthusiast.
Tasks Involved
- customer service
- watering & maintenance of plants
- restocking and reorganizing
- unloading plant deliveries
- assisting customers in loading their purchases into vehicles
What You Offer
- Knowledge of various plants and their characteristics
- Comfortable working in a team setting and independently
- Experience working in horticulture
- Excellent communication skills
- Experience working in retail customer service
- Capable of prioritizing and taking initiative
- Flexible schedule, weekends included
- Able to lift up to 50lbs
- Able to work in all weather
What We Offer
- Staff discount
- Flexible hours
- Training and learning opportunities
- A creative, positive, and supportive work environment
- A beautiful, green environment to work in
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Salary: $17.21 per hour
Expected hours: 24 – 35 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Application question(s):
- The spring months are our busiest times. We need you to work weekends, one or both days. Are you available to work weekends?
- Do you have knowledge of trees, shrubs and/or perennials? Please elaborate.
- Are you able to stand on your feet all day and lift up to 50 lbs?
- Do you have reliable transportation?
- Do you currently live close to Smiths Falls, be able to commute, and could start work in the next 2 weeks? If you do not, and can't then please do not apply.
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2024-03-25