Are you a horticultural student or someone passionate about plants seeking hands on experience at a working nursery specializing in rare and exotic plants, fruit trees and flowering trees?
We're actively looking for people with a passion for plants to help with our palm, fruit tree, flowering tree and aroid plant boutique. Schedule and hours are flexible.
Benefits include a flexible daily and hourly schedule, on-the-job training, a relaxed atmosphere, causal attire, lively atmosphere, possible e-commerce work from home days, plant discounts and gifts. LGF offers a safe comfortable work environment, with growth opportunities and a commission schedule for our most dedicated team members.
Duties include but are not limited to:
Plant propagation - Seed harvesting, cloning, cuttings and grafting.
Nursery maintenance - Weeding and watering. Cleaning and organizing garden supplies, tools and containers. Create specific soil mixtures for various plant projects. Pruning and mulching fruit orchard.
Shipping - Wraping and packing plant orders. Transport packages to local shipping carriers.
E-commerce - Write and post plant product descriptions, produce high quality plant images, plant inventory control, and customer service.
Ideal candidate is passionate about plants and a motivated self starter that enjoys physical work outside and or dedicated thoughtful, accurate plant related product support indoors.
Basic knowledge of plants is a must.
Potential onsite live/work space for the right candidate / student.
Team LGF
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Internship
Pay: $12.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
Benefits:
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Miami, FL: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Application Question(s):
- Are you willing to be subjected to a background check?
- Are you willing to safely work outside in hot Florida summers for safe periods of time?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Horticulture: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Miami, FL: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person