Retail Associate

Please note: We are not currently seeking applicants at this time (updated 3/01/2024)
*Shop open hours at time of posting: Thursday-Monday, 11am-5pm
*Position will include scheduled hours outside shop’s open hours
*Shop location: 117 Washington St NE, Olympia, WA 98501

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Title: Retail and Operations Associate
• 12-24 hours per week, part-time
• $16.28 to $17/hour +tips; first review after 60-day trial period
• Paid sick leave, vacation, and holidays
• Paid training/educational opportunities
• Opportunity for growth and promotion
• Regular check-ins and reviews

DUTIES:

• Customer service; checkout, answering customer questions and giving direction, plant advice, workshop assistance, etc.
• Plant care; watering, repotting, pest treatment, etc.
• Shop upkeep; cleaning & sanitizing, inventory, labeling, merchandising, receiving & unpacking new stock, etc.
• *After 60-day trial period, duties may be rebalanced as needed

REQUIREMENTS:

• Physically able to stand/walk for periods of 4+ hours on hard surfaces, lift 40+lbs, use ladders and stairs, work in hot and humid conditions, frequently kneel/bend for items at floor level, and navigate tight/narrow/cluttered space
• Emotionally able to take direction, receive feedback and constructive criticism, communicate physical and emotional needs to teammates, perform duties during high volume social interaction and multitasking, and respectfully interact with a diverse customer base and shop team
• Punctual with good time management skills, reliability, & initiative
• Reliably able to schedule 12-24 hours a week
• English language fluency
• Must be 18 years of age or older at time of application
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 + boosters & willing to wear a mask according to shop policy.
• *Extensive indoor plant knowledge/experience is not a requirement, but you will need to be willing and able to learn quickly, and to be honest with customers and teammates about your knowledge

*Job includes exposure to dust, pollen, fertilizer, insecticide, fungicide, cleaning/sanitation agents, adhesives, chemical smells/fragrances, animal dander, and other potential irritants/allergens

APPLICATION PROCESS:

• Email your application to View email address on click.appcast.io
• You must include answers to the application questions listed below.

APPLICATION QUESTIONS:

1. Please respond to questions in the same format:
2. Please list your:

• a. Name (chosen names or nicknames are fine)
• b. Name pronunciation
• c. Pronouns
• d. Date of birth

• Why do you want to work at Underhill?
• Describe your experience and knowledge of indoor plant care.
• Describe your customer service experience and skills.
• How do the job duties and requirements listed align with your skill set?
• Will you require any accommodations to perform the listed duties and requirements?
• Describe your weekly availability and desired number of hours per week.
• How long would you like to work at Underhill?
• Describe your involvement in the local plant community.
• Is there anything else you'd like us to know?

-We encourage you to include a short statement or cover letter to introduce yourself and address your interest and compatibility with the position you are applying for.

-Include an up to date resume.

-Applications will be reviewed in the order they are received, and we will do our best to reply to all applications as quickly as possible, but please be patient.

-You are welcome to come by the shop during open hours to briefly introduce yourself, but please be considerate of our staff and customers’ time.