Express Employment

Perennial Associate

Company:

Express Employment

Location:

Lexington, MA, 01721

Payment:

$22

Payment Interval:

Hour

Schedule:

Full

Workplace:

On-site

Located in Lexington, MA

Perennial Associate - Nursery / Plant Department
Our client is seeking a knowledgeable and motivated Perennial Associate to support their Nursery/Plant Department. This role blends horticultural expertise, customer service, and hands-on outdoor work to ensure customers receive healthy plants and expert guidance while supporting daily branch operations.

Location: Lexington, MA
Pay: Starting at $22/hour+

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist customers in selecting perennials based on sun exposure, soil type, landscape goals, and maintenance needs
  • Provide recommendations on plant care, watering, fertilization, and disease prevention
  • Water, prune, deadhead, fertilize, and maintain perennial stock
  • Monitor for pests, disease, or plant damage and escalate issues as needed
  • Receive, sort, tag, rotate, and stage plant deliveries
  • Maintain signage, pricing, merchandising standards, and organized inventory
  • Load customer vehicles and assist with order fulfillment
  • Move, replenish, and stage plant material throughout the day
  • Maintain clean, safe nursery walkways and work areas
  • Operate carts, dollies, forklifts, or yard equipment (where certified)
  • Support inside sales and counter staff with nursery expertise

Qualifications

  • Horticultural knowledge especially with perennials
  • Strong customer service and communication skills
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work outdoors in all weather
  • Reliable, team-oriented, and safety-focused
  • Green industry experience
  • Forklift or yard equipment experience a plus

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Express Office: Waltham-Framingham

326 Washington Street Annex

Second Floor

Wellesley Hills, MA 02481