Greater Winston-Salem, Inc.
Assistant Greenhouse Grower & Sales Associate
Greater Winston-Salem, Inc., King, North Carolina, United States, 27021
Assistant Greenhouse Grower & Sales Associate
Mitchell’s Nursery & Greenhouse is seeking a motivated, dependable Assistant Greenhouse Grower & Sales Associate
to join our team in King, NC. This is a hands-on, dual-role position combining plant production and greenhouse work with retail sales and customer service. The ideal candidate enjoys physical, fast-paced work, takes pride in plant quality, and likes helping customers succeed. This role offers variety, responsibility, and the opportunity to grow plant knowledge and skills in a family-owned nursery that grows approximately 80% of what it sells. Duties & Responsibilities Greenhouse & Plant Production Water plants by hand and through automated irrigation systems Learn to program, monitor, and adjust irrigation timers Monitor plant health, including growth stages, nutrition, pH, and EC Scout regularly for insects, diseases, and nutrient deficiencies Apply fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides following OSHA and NC regulations Maintain accurate records of pesticide applications and crop care Take and submit soil and tissue samples as needed Transplant plugs and seedlings; fill flats and containers (repetitive lifting up to 50 lbs) Pot shrubs and trees seasonally and assist with spacing and crop movement Maintain clean, organized, and sanitized greenhouse and growing areas Team & Crop Coordination Assist with organizing planting crews to ensure: Correct plants and varieties are potted Proper containers, spacing, labeling, and watering-in Prepare and organize plant tags to stay ahead of planting schedules Communicate crop readiness, concerns, and issues with owners and team members Greet customers promptly and assist with plant selection Provide basic plant care, gardening, and landscape recommendations Answer phones and respond to customer questions Operate cash register and process payments accurately Assist with loading plants and merchandise Keep retail areas stocked, organized, and presentable Wrap poinsettias and geraniums, tie bows, and prepare plants for holidays and events General Nursery Operations Load and unload plant shipments; report damaged items Assist with inventory of trees, shrubs, and incoming deliveries Pull weeds, prune plants, and maintain nursery grounds Help set up open houses, poinsettia trials, and special events Occasionally assist with local deliveries Open or close the nursery as scheduled Schedule & Seasonal Expectations Full-time, 40 hours per week 45–50 hours per week during peak seasons Saturdays required during spring, fall, and Christmas season May be asked to work 6 days per week during peak spring weeks Rare Sunday work for watering or special events Qualifications Some plant, gardening, or greenhouse experience preferred (training provided) Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn Comfortable with physical labor and working on your feet all day Ability to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly Able to work outdoors in temperatures ranging from 20°F to 90°F+ Friendly, calm, and professional with customers Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, decimals, fractions) Valid driver’s license required Ability to obtain and maintain an NC Pesticide Applicator’s License (training assistance provided) Tractor or forklift experience is a plus Pay: $30,000–$45,000 per year (based on experience) Paid vacation accruing at 2 hours per week (up to 13 days per year) 4 paid holidays 3% Simple IRA employer match Overtime paid at time-and-a-half for hours over 40 Sundays closed Why Join Mitchell’s Nursery & Greenhouse This role is essential to maintaining the quality of our crops and the experience of our customers. The right person will grow in plant knowledge, responsibility, and leadership while helping a respected local nursery continue to thrive.
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Mitchell’s Nursery & Greenhouse is seeking a motivated, dependable Assistant Greenhouse Grower & Sales Associate
to join our team in King, NC. This is a hands-on, dual-role position combining plant production and greenhouse work with retail sales and customer service. The ideal candidate enjoys physical, fast-paced work, takes pride in plant quality, and likes helping customers succeed. This role offers variety, responsibility, and the opportunity to grow plant knowledge and skills in a family-owned nursery that grows approximately 80% of what it sells. Duties & Responsibilities Greenhouse & Plant Production Water plants by hand and through automated irrigation systems Learn to program, monitor, and adjust irrigation timers Monitor plant health, including growth stages, nutrition, pH, and EC Scout regularly for insects, diseases, and nutrient deficiencies Apply fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides following OSHA and NC regulations Maintain accurate records of pesticide applications and crop care Take and submit soil and tissue samples as needed Transplant plugs and seedlings; fill flats and containers (repetitive lifting up to 50 lbs) Pot shrubs and trees seasonally and assist with spacing and crop movement Maintain clean, organized, and sanitized greenhouse and growing areas Team & Crop Coordination Assist with organizing planting crews to ensure: Correct plants and varieties are potted Proper containers, spacing, labeling, and watering-in Prepare and organize plant tags to stay ahead of planting schedules Communicate crop readiness, concerns, and issues with owners and team members Greet customers promptly and assist with plant selection Provide basic plant care, gardening, and landscape recommendations Answer phones and respond to customer questions Operate cash register and process payments accurately Assist with loading plants and merchandise Keep retail areas stocked, organized, and presentable Wrap poinsettias and geraniums, tie bows, and prepare plants for holidays and events General Nursery Operations Load and unload plant shipments; report damaged items Assist with inventory of trees, shrubs, and incoming deliveries Pull weeds, prune plants, and maintain nursery grounds Help set up open houses, poinsettia trials, and special events Occasionally assist with local deliveries Open or close the nursery as scheduled Schedule & Seasonal Expectations Full-time, 40 hours per week 45–50 hours per week during peak seasons Saturdays required during spring, fall, and Christmas season May be asked to work 6 days per week during peak spring weeks Rare Sunday work for watering or special events Qualifications Some plant, gardening, or greenhouse experience preferred (training provided) Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn Comfortable with physical labor and working on your feet all day Ability to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly Able to work outdoors in temperatures ranging from 20°F to 90°F+ Friendly, calm, and professional with customers Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, decimals, fractions) Valid driver’s license required Ability to obtain and maintain an NC Pesticide Applicator’s License (training assistance provided) Tractor or forklift experience is a plus Pay: $30,000–$45,000 per year (based on experience) Paid vacation accruing at 2 hours per week (up to 13 days per year) 4 paid holidays 3% Simple IRA employer match Overtime paid at time-and-a-half for hours over 40 Sundays closed Why Join Mitchell’s Nursery & Greenhouse This role is essential to maintaining the quality of our crops and the experience of our customers. The right person will grow in plant knowledge, responsibility, and leadership while helping a respected local nursery continue to thrive.
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