Greenhouse Specialist

We are your local hardware store, and we are a part of your community. Ace Hardware has over 5,000 stores around the world with most of those stores independently owned and operated by local entrepreneurs. These hard-working men and women are part of the fabric of your community. They are small business owners who are local and loyal...just like it ought to be. While others have become large and impersonal, at Ace, we have remained small and very personal. That is why we say a visit to Ace, is like a visit to your neighbor. Job description We are seeking a dynamic, passionate, and career-minded horticulturist to join our team as a Greenhouse Specialist. Areas of responsibility include (but are not limited to) knowledge of propagation, knowledge of and or experience with indoor houseplants, knowledge of and or experience with outdoor plants (annuals and perennials), pesticide application/management, training of knowledge base with team members, and monitoring the overall culture of plants (assist with weekly ordering of live goods and associated products, watering schedules, unloading of plant deliveries, proper pricing, and plant location). Team member must display an ability to multi-task, show a willingness to handle all requests or guest service issues promptly and professionally. *Must have one year of retail greenhouse experience. Our training program provides new team members with the knowledge and skills necessary to deliver the level of service that we strive for at Ace Hardware & Paint. Additionally, this position is seasonal however team members, upon request may continue employment as full-time status and may be asked to help with other duties as needed. Individuals applying for this position must also display the ability to work independently, show initiative and take direction from management, as necessary. Our mission is to serve our guests with the most helpful and knowledgeable salespeople in the retail hardware industry. At Ace Hardware & Paint, we are independently owned and operated so helping our community is our number one priority. Make an impact in the community by helping your neighbors with their projects while working in a fast-paced and fun environment. Our mission is to serve our guests with the most helpful and knowledgeable salespeople in the retail hardware industry. Ace Hardware & Paint is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free environment. Ace goes beyond hardware: build a future, a purpose, and a community with us. Work/life balance: This position is with a team that respects your life outside of work. We believe in earning your trust through clear communication. We schedule with as much advanced notice as possible so you can plan. Learn and grow with us: Are you a hardware hero? Bring your knowledge and we will teach you something new. Have a helpful attitude? We will train you on hardware know-how that builds life skills. We train youfrom day one and the opportunities do not stop there. What to expect: You will work directly with guests welcoming them and helping them find everything necessary to complete their project in one trip. Like working in a fast-paced and fun environment? We are high energy so time will fly. Job Requirements include, but are not limited to, the following: • You will be on your feet for most of your shift (6 to 8 hours). • You must be able to lift, up to 50 lbs. consistently. • Assist with unloading of trucks and stocking merchandise: Keep clean, organized, and fully stocked. This includes end caps and side wing panels. • Execute the daily operational, day-to-day goals and priorities assigned by store management displaying a "Speed is Life" attitude. Move with a sense of urgency while paying attention to the details • Maintain accuracy in dealing with figures and monies. Pay, Benefits, and Perks: • Paid time off for full-time team members (32 hours or more weekly) • Health Insurance for full-time members (32 hours or more weekly) medical, dental, and vision. • 401K (6 months of service) • Employee discount Uniforms are required for this position and consist of: • Black Polo Shirt • Pants/Shorts (Blue, Black or Khakis, shorts must be a solid color, no basketball shorts) • Shoes (Closed toed, no sandal or flip flops) • No scarves or neck ties Persons interested in applying for this position must be capable of performing in a reasonable manner, with or without a reasonable accommodation, the activities involved in the job for which you are applying. Working on the Ace team requires the ability to work on a team with fellow team members, taking direction from managers, regular participation in store meetings and other training/correspondence provided, and enthusiastically serving the guest to the best of one's ability. 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