Now Hiring - Gray's Garden Center - Nursery Associate/Sales Associate in Eugene, OR

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If you enjoy people and plants, then we have the job for you. Fast-paced, quick-learning, and outgoing multi-taskers are needed. We're looking for motivated people to assist customers with purchases and care for high-quality inventory. Seeking Individuals with knowledge and passion for: * Trees and Shrub Sales. * Flower sales. Our candidates should be able to engage customers in a fun, friendly, and professional environment. Must be a strong team player with the ability to take direction, prioritize work efficiently, and have a keen attention to detail. New hires must show an interest and ability to learn the aspects of our Garden Center operations and familiarity with our product line. Duties & Responsibilities: * Assist customers with plant purchases, and pest and disease control. * Identify plant samples accurately. * Operate a point-of-sale system. * Restock and maintain the sales area. * Cleaning and pricing of plant material and other merchandise. * Carry out service and loading vehicles. * General labor and custodial chores. * Assist in other departments as workflow requires. * Any additional tasks or assignments as requested. Skills required: * Professional appearance and customer service skills. * Use basic mathematics. * Able to follow verbal and written instructions. * Proficiency with computer systems and applications, e.g. Windows operating system. * Use P.O.S. system and electronic scanners. * Above-average knowledge of identification and care for trees and shrubs. * Take pride in a quality work environment. * Learn by Doing. Requirements: * Must have knowledge/experience with point-of-sale systems. (Windows-based) * Must be able to lift 50 lbs and be on your feet for a full shift. * Must be able to work in all weather conditions. * Must be available to work WEEKENDS. For further consideration for position; Please pick up, fill out, and return an application and knowledge assessment questionnaire at: Gray's Garden Center 737 w 6th Ave. Eugene, OR 97402