Garden Center Associate

Strader's Garden Centers
Columbus, OH
Join a Growing Team Where Plants and People Thrive!
At Strader's Garden Centers, we're more than just a garden center - we're a community hub where gardeners of all levels find inspiration, quality products, and expert guidance. From vibrant flowers to tools and lawn care essentials, we offer everything needed to cultivate beauty and productivity outdoors. Now, we're looking for a friendly, flexible, and hardworking Garden Center Associate to support our dynamic team.

Job Title: Garden Center Associate

Job Summary:

We are seeking a reliable and customer-focused Garden Center Associate to support daily retail operations across a variety of departments. This role includes assisting customers with lawn and garden products, managing the register, maintaining inventory of hard goods, and stepping into the houseplant and greenhouse areas as needed. This is a physically active position ideal for someone who enjoys variety, problem-solving, and working in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Assist customers with selecting hard goods such as tools, fertilizers, soils, pots, and lawn care items
  • Operate the register accurately and efficiently for customer purchases
  • Restock shelves and maintain clean, well-organized product displays
  • Unloading trucks with hard goods and plant deliveries and preparing product for stocking and display
  • Support greenhouse and houseplant teams during busy periods or as assigned
  • Load customer vehicles with purchases as needed
  • Monitor product inventory levels and communicate restocking needs
  • Provide knowledgeable advice on lawn and garden care practices
  • Help maintain overall cleanliness and order throughout the store and outdoor area
Qualifications:
  • Retail or customer service experience preferred
  • Basic knowledge of lawn care products, gardening tools, and plant care
  • Comfortable with register operation and handling cash or credit transactions
  • Able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in outdoor and indoor conditions
  • Positive attitude and willingness to assist across departments
  • Dependable with a strong work ethic and attention to detail
  • Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays
Plant your career where it can grow!
If you're looking for a varied role that combines retail, customer service, and hands-on gardening support, we invite you to grow with us. Apply today and bring your passion for plants and people to life!
Posted 2025-07-31

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