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Perennial Associate February 4, 2026

Located in Lexington, MA

Job Full Description

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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Waltham-Framingham, MA
3368
326 Washington Street
Annex Building, 2nd Floor
Wellesley Hills, MA 02481

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