Nursery Manager
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: • Employee discount 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: 2 years (Required) Ability to Relocate: • Miami, FL: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person
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