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Join Our Team

We are always looking for energetic and talented new employees to join our team.

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We've got lots to do. The ever changing seasons means that the job changes as the year goes along, which means you can look forward to always doing something new. Plus you will learn tons about the plant world!

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If interested, please fill out an Employment Application. 

Download an application and drop off at the nursery or feel free to scan and email back to us at acer@acergardens.com

Now Hiring

Nursery Worker – Trees & Shrubs
Job Type: Full-Time or Part time| Hourly

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Position Overview

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We are hiring a hardworking individual to assist primarily with the care and handling of shrubs and trees within our nursery.

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This is a hands-on outdoor job. The work involves lifting, moving, planting, pruning, and maintaining woody plant material throughout the day.

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No prior experience is required. We will train the right candidate.

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Responsibilities

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  • Planting and transplanting shrubs and trees

  • Moving and spacing container and field-grown plant material

  • Pruning and general maintenance of woody plants

  • Watering and fertilizing

  • Irrigation setup and basic repairs

  • Loading and unloading plant material

  • Maintaining clean, organized growing areas

  • Assisting other nursery departments when needed
     

Physical Requirements

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  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

  • Enjoys staying active and engaged in physical work throughout the day.

  • Comfortable working outdoors in heat, humidity, cold, rain and varying weather conditions

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Qualifications

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  • Strong work ethic and dependable attendance

  • Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team

  • Equipment experience (tractors, skid steers, sprayers) is helpful but not required

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Compensation & Benefits

  • Benefits vary depending on whether the position is full-time or part-time.

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How to Apply

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To apply for this position, a completed employment application is required. A resume may be attached if available, but it is not required.

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Please complete the employment application using the link below:

https://www.acergardens.com/_files/ugd/62cdd2_bad554d548ec4edeb7f0698c16ee232c.pdf

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Applications can be emailed to us or dropped off in person at the nursery. We look forward to hearing from you.

447 Winthrop Road, Deep River, CT.
Phone: (860) 526-9056   Fax: (860) 526-3822
Nursery Hours: Monday - Saturday, 8:30 am-5:00 pm & Sunday, 8:30 am-3 pm  Open: End of March to Dec. 20th.

 

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