WE ARE DONE TAKING APPLICATIONS
FOR THE 2023 SEASON!

Wilson’s is a family-owned and operated independent garden center in Newark, Ohio. For over 60 years, we have taken pride in offering the best selection of the highest quality plants, garden products and accessories around – with outstanding customer service to match!

We are seeking team-oriented associates who enjoy working at a fast pace, are committed to developing and maintaining an environment that encourages trust, self-motivation, initiative, excellence and have a willingness to learn.

• Daily interaction with the outdoors and nature
• Less stress than a corporate environment - No cubicles here
• A positive, dynamic, everchanging work environment
• Work in the fresh air with teammates who are passionate about plants.
• Flexible schedule
• Employee discount
• Experience is not required, but a positive and outgoing attitude is. Everything else we are happy to train.
• We have staff who have been with us for 10, 20, and even 30 years.

If you are dependable, hardworking and enjoy helping others, then Wilson’s is the place for you!

Production workers are the backbone of the garden center. They are the caretakers of our crops before they hit the retail floor. They are responsible for transplanting, potting, tagging and watering. Production workers help support the retail area in stocking and ensuring that plants stay healthy and beautiful.

Responsibilities:

• Transplant seedlings to flats, baskets, pots or other containers.
• Move plants around as needed.
• Plant up combination pots.
• Ensure proper spacing and consolidation of plants.
• Other duties include watering, weeding, tagging and stocking.
• Keep the production area neat and clean.
• May be called on to help in retail as a Sales Floor Associate:
  • Greet and direct guests.
  • Provide accurate information and answer customers’ questions (e.g., product features, pricing and care).
  • Cross-sell products.
  • Provide customer feedback to the Store Manager.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Must be 18 and older (as of January 1, 2023)
• Honest, reliable, energetic, hardworking, punctual and well-groomed.
• Flexibility to work various shifts. Production is usually scheduled Monday - Friday: 8 am - 5 pm, but some weekends may be required in April and May. Prior commitments, such as school, may be worked into your schedule.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.
• Able to get along with others as a team member and work independently.
• Although every consideration for comfort is taken, we do have to work in ALL weather conditions. Be equipped to work in sun, heat, rain, snow and cold. However, the few days of bad weather are greatly outnumbered by the beautiful days.
• Able and willing to do physically demanding work. (No gym membership needed!) We try and make work as entertaining and fun as possible. However, be prepared to get dirty and/or wet. Physical tasks include, but are not limited to: bending, stooping, lifting, pushing and pulling carts, wagons and hoses.

We Are Done Hiring At This Time

Cashiers are some of our most important customer service representatives. They are often both the first and last impression of our business. It is the responsibility of the cashier to greet, efficiently determine the needs of each customer or phone call and connect them with the appropriate person. At the register, prompt, accurate and friendly service is expected. Customers should leave feeling that they have had a positive experience. In between customers, cashiers are responsible for maintaining the appearance of the interior of the garden center based on brand standards.

Responsibilities Include:

• Greet customers when entering and thank them as they leave the store.
• Manage transactions with customers using cash registers.
• Scan goods and ensure pricing is accurate.
• Collect payments whether in cash or credit.
• Issue receipts, refunds or change.
• Bag or box purchased plants and merchandise.
• Meet customer needs; make sure they feel welcomed and appreciated. Help answer any gardening questions they may have (or direct them to another staff member to answer).
• Maintain clean and tidy checkout areas.
• Keep the sales area neat and clean. This includes weeding, sweeping and dusting (depending on the area).
• Plant care duties in all departments include watering, weeding, tagging, stocking, moving, trimming, planting and potting.
• Assist in the unloading of deliveries.
• Every department pitches in and helps other departments when needed.

Qualifications & Requirements Include:

• Must be 16 and older (as of January 1, 2023).
• Basic PC knowledge.
• Good math skills.
• Strong communication and time management skills.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job.
• Honest, reliable, energetic, hardworking, punctual and well-groomed.
• Flexibility to work various shifts. We generally schedule 2 shifts. May hours are Sunday-Thursday 8 am-6 pm and Friday-Saturday 8 am-7 pm. Prior commitments, such as school, may be worked into your schedule. It is essential that you are able to work weekends throughout mid-April through mid-June.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to get along with others as a team member and work independently.
• Although every consideration for comfort is taken, we do have to work in ALL weather conditions. Be equipped to work in sun, heat, rain, snow and cold. However, the few days of bad weather are greatly outnumbered by the beautiful days. What’s better than being outside on a beautiful day?
• Able and willing to do physically demanding work. (No gym membership needed!) We try and make work as entertaining and fun as possible. However, be prepared to get dirty and/or wet. Physical tasks include, but are not limited to: bending, stooping, lifting, pushing and pulling carts, wagons and hoses.

We Are Done Hiring At This Time

The greenhouse and nursery area is home to dynamic, seasonally changing colors, reflected in our visual displays. Sales staff are responsible for helping customers select the right plant for the customer’s site and providing necessary care information to make the customer’s gardening experience successful. They are available to help customers troubleshoot when problems arise with their plants and address concerns while educating them on proper remedies. Sales Floor team members ensure plants are kept in mint condition and maintain the visual appeal of the areas.

Responsibilities Include:

• Greet and direct guests.
• Provide accurate information and answer customers’ questions (e.g., product features, pricing and care).
• Assist in recommending and gathering items for purchase.
• Assists in the unloading of deliveries.
• Cross-sell products.
• Provide customer feedback to the Store Manager.
• Keep the sales area neat and clean. This includes weeding, sweeping and dusting (depending on the area).
• Plant care duties in all departments include watering, weeding, tagging, stocking, moving, trimming, planting and potting.
• Assist in the unloading of deliveries.
• Every department pitches in and helps other departments when needed.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Must be 16 and older (as of January 1, 2023).
• Honest, reliable, energetic, hardworking, punctual and well-groomed.
• Flexibility to work various shifts. We generally schedule 2 shifts. May hours are Sunday-Thursday 8 am-6 pm and Friday-Saturday 8 am-7 pm. Prior commitments, such as school, may be worked into your schedule. It is essential that you are able to work weekends throughout mid-April through mid-June.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to get along with others as a team member and work independently.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of building trusting relationships.
• Friendly, helpful, confident and engaging personality.
• Knowledgeable about plants and gardening is a plus, but a willingness to learn is most important.
• Although every consideration for comfort is taken, we do have to work in ALL weather conditions. Be equipped to work in sun, heat, rain, snow and cold. However, the few days of bad weather are greatly outnumbered by the beautiful days. What’s better than being outside on a beautiful day?
• Able and willing to do physically demanding work. (No gym membership needed!) We try and make work as entertaining and fun as possible. However, be prepared to get dirty and/or wet. Physical tasks include, but are not limited to: bending, stooping, lifting, pushing and pulling carts, wagons and hoses.

We Are Done Hiring At This Time

The greeter is the smile of our garden center. They are often both the first and last impression of our business. It is the responsibility of the Greeter to greet each customer as they enter the building, advise them of current specials, give directions and connect them with the appropriate departments for questions.  In between customers, the Greeter is responsible for maintaining the appearance of the entrance to the garden center based on brand standards and rounding up carts.

Responsibilities Include:

• Greet customers when entering and thank them as they leave the store.
• Pass out flyers.
• Give directions to different departments when asked.
• Help answer any gardening questions they may have (or direct them to another staff member to answer).
• Keep the entrance area neat and clean. This includes weeding, sweeping and dusting.
• Round up carts between guests and clean them off when needed.
• May help with watering, weeding, and tagging in slower times.
• Every department pitches in and helps other departments when needed.

Qualifications & Requirements Include:

• Must be 18 and older (as of January 1, 2023).
• Strong communication skills, friendly and outgoing.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job.
• Honest, reliable, energetic, hardworking, punctual and well-groomed.
• Able to work Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday for 6 hours each day.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to get along with others as a team member and work independently.
• Although every consideration for comfort is taken, we do have to work in ALL weather conditions. Be equipped to work in sun, heat, rain, snow and cold. However, the few days of bad weather are greatly outnumbered by the beautiful days. What’s better than being outside on a beautiful day?
• Able and willing to do physically demanding work. (No gym membership needed!) We try and make work as entertaining and fun as possible. However, be prepared to get dirty and/or wet. Physical tasks include, but are not limited to: bending, stooping, lifting, pushing and pulling carts, wagons and hoses.

We Are Done Hiring At This Time

Loader personnel are an important part of our customer service team. They are the last friendly face customers see as their items are loaded into their vehicles. When not loading, they assist in the nursery area and provide critical support to nursery leaders. They work daily to keep the nursery area organized, clean and attractive.

Responsibilities Include:

• Assists loading purchased trees, shrubs, and other hard goods into guests' cars.
• Assists in the unloading of deliveries.
• Plant care duties including watering, weeding, tagging, stocking, and occasionally trimming, planting and potting up.
• Assist fellow associates as needed throughout the store.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Must be 16 and older (as of January 1, 2023).
• Honest, reliable, energetic, hardworking, punctual and well-groomed.
• Flexibility to work various shifts. We generally schedule 2 shifts. May hours are Sunday-Thursday 8 am-6 pm and Friday-Saturday 8 am-7 pm. Prior commitments, such as school, may be worked into your schedule. It is essential that you are able to work weekends throughout mid-April through mid-June.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to get along with others as a team member and work independently.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (standing for long periods, lifting loads of up to 50 pounds, etc.).
• Friendly, helpful, confident and engaging personality.
• Although every consideration for comfort is taken, we do have to work in ALL weather conditions. Be equipped to work in sun, heat, rain, snow and cold. However, the few days of bad weather are greatly outnumbered by the beautiful days. What’s better than being outside on a beautiful day?
• Able and willing to do physically demanding work. (No gym membership needed!) We try and make work as entertaining and fun as possible. However, be prepared to get dirty and/or wet. Physical tasks include, but are not limited to: bending, stooping, lifting, pushing and pulling carts, wagons and hoses.

We Are Done Hiring At This Time

 

The office staff are the hub of the store with strong communication skills. They are the first contact guests have before coming to Wilson’s via phone and email correspondence. They handle a variety of activities, including filing, sign making, preparing deposits and wholesale transactions. Office staff also periodically fill in for cashiers. This position requires someone customer-oriented that can multitask with day-to-day office operations with a smile.

Responsibilities:

• Operate office machinery, including photocopier, scanner, telephone voicemail system and computers.
• Answering phone calls and taking messages.
• Filing
• Preparing Deposit
• Data Inputting
• Emailing
• Making Signs
• Checking Out Wholesale and Business Guests
• Back Up Cashier

Qualifications And Requirements:

• Must be 18 (as of January 1, 2023) or older to work in the office.
• Honest, reliable, energetic, hardworking, punctual and well-groomed.
• Excellent communication and time management skills. Strong attention to detail.
• Good math skills.
• Proficient knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft and Excel. Willing to learn programs such as publisher and other in-house programs.
• Able to get along with others as a team member and work independently.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while juggling multiple tasks.
• Flexibility to work various shifts. We generally schedule 2 shifts. May hours are Sunday-Thursday 8 am-6 pm and Friday-Saturday 8 am-7 pm. Prior commitments, such as school, may be worked into your schedule. It is essential that you are able to work weekends throughout mid-April through the end of May.

We Are Done Hiring At This Time

1) When do you start interviewing?
Production: Interviews are conducted end of February / beginning of March
New hires stagger start throughout March

Retail Positions: Interviews are conducted Mid-March
New hires are stagger started Mid-March to Mid-April.

Office: Interviews are conducted end of February/beginning of March and beginning of April
New hires will start Mid March or Mid April

2) Am I able to take the application home with me?
Yes, you can take it home.

3) How can I apply?
Submit an application by:
Email: office@great-gardeners.com
Fax: (740)763-2874
Walking It Into The Store(Take To Office) - The best and most ideal way. It won't get lost in cyberspace.

4) Can I use a resume in place of the application?
You can bring a resume, but you will still need to fill out an application.

5) How old do you need to be to work here?
You must be 16 (as of January 1, 2023) or older to work here. Sorry, there are no exceptions. For Production and Office positions, you must be 18 and over (as of January 1, 2023).

6) Is this a year-round job?
No, it is seasonal. Wilson’s is currently hiring for Seasonal spring positions (Estimate March - June). We start new hires throughout March and early April. We lay off people starting from the end of May through mid-June. Please do not fill out an application if you cannot start in March or Early April.

• Production workers usually work Monday – Friday 8 am – 5 pm and some weekends.
• Salespeople need to be available on weekends and able to work until 7 pm in May. Let us know what hours you can work.
• Production workers will start the season earlier than retail, but retail continues through the season later.
• The best workers will be considered to stay on later through the season.

7) Do you hire for part-time and full-time hours?
We are looking for part-time (less than 40 hours) and full-time people (40 hrs) to fill the positions.

8) Will there be training?
Yes, if you are hired, we will train you for the job you are performing.

9) What time are you taking applications?
You can pick up an application during business hours at the store office. It is located at the back of the store through the brown doors. We are open Monday - Saturday: 8 am - 5 pm and closed on Sunday. If you want to fill out the application here at the store, please come before 4 pm.

10) Do I need to bring anything with me if I fill out an application at the store?
Please bring three reference names (not related to you), phone numbers, and addresses. Work history (if applicable), the company (ies) name, dates worked, address, phone number, and supervisor name.

11) Do I need to call back to see if I am going to be interviewed?
Please, once you fill out an application, DO NOT call the store asking if we have looked at the application. If we are interested, we will call you and set up an interview.

13) How much an hour do you pay?
$12.00 per hour

We expect you to have reliable transportation and childcare arrangements so that we can depend on you to be here at your scheduled times. Many of the jobs involve a team effort and do not work out well if everyone is not in place at the beginning of their shift.