Communication Skills, Customer Experience, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, E Programming Language, Gardening, Homeland Security, Landscaping, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Meet Sales Quota, Order Processing, Organizational Skills, Point of Sale (POS) Systems, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Retail, Safety Process, Sales, Scholarship, System Operations, Systems Administration/Management, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), Up-Selling
Join Our Team as a Tree Sales Associate This Spring!
Are you passionate about trees, landscaping, and helping customers create beautiful outdoor spaces? We're looking for a Tree Sales Associate to join our team! This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working with trees, loves interacting with customers, and is eager to help others create their perfect backyard or orchard.
As an seasonal position will are seeking candidates that are able to work 20-40 hours a week and are available on weekends! Common shifts are 7a-11a, 11a-4p & 4p-close.
What You'll Do:
- Create a welcoming and organized shopping environment for customers looking for trees and evergreens.
- Assist customers in finding the perfect tree for their needs, providing product recommendations and expert advice.
- Keep the store and yard neat and organized, ensuring that safety policies are followed at all times.
- Process sales, including cashiering, entering orders into the POS system, and managing deliveries if needed.
- Deliver an exceptional customer experience that inspires customers to return.
- Ensure accurate pricing and proper signage for all tree and evergreen products.
- Stay up-to-date on product knowledge and tree care to offer valuable advice to customers.
- Work well independently, resolve problems quickly, and collaborate with your team to meet sales goals.
What You'll Need:
- Excellent customer service skills and a cheerful attitude.
- Previous retail experience, especially with plants or landscaping, is preferred.
- Familiarity with POS systems and the ability to quickly learn new technologies.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to upsell products.
- Motivated, confident, and friendly when engaging with customers.
- Attention to detail and a passion for gardening and outdoor spaces.
- Candidates must be 16 years of age.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods of time and work in various weather conditions.
- Flexibility to work weekends and other peak times during the busy Spring season.
Why You'll Love It:
Some of our benefits may include:
Competitive Wages
Day, Evening, and Weekend Schedules
Tuition Assistance for eligible employees
Scholarship Opportunities
️ Employee Discounts
Health and Welfare Insurances
401K Savings with company match
Employee Referral Bonus
Internship Program
If you're passionate about trees and evergreens, have great customer service skills, and enjoy working in a dynamic outdoor environment, we'd love to have you join our team!
Apply now and help our customers make their gardens bloom this Spring!
Gertens participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
Gertens Family of Businesses is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
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