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The Old Yew Plant Shop, LLC

Delivery Driver & Plant Maintenance Associate

The Old Yew Plant Shop, LLC, Chelsea, Massachusetts, us, 02150

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Retail & Plant Maintenance Associate February 17, 2025

We are a boutique NYC plant shop and interiorscape/landscape design company with locations in the West Village, Upper West Side and Chelsea. Our team is passionate about greenery and dedicated to creating lush, inspiring spaces. We’re looking for a dynamic individual(s) to join us in a hybrid role, splitting their time between our retail stores and our Field Horticulture team.

This role is perfect for someone who loves plants, enjoys engaging with customers, and thrives in a hands‑on, collaborative environment. As a Retail Associate, you’ll help customers select plants, provide care advice, and ensure our stores remain beautiful, inspiring and lush. As a Plant Maintenance Associate, you’ll work with our Field Horticulture team to maintain and care for client installations, keeping plants healthy and thriving in various interior and exterior settings.

Qualifications

Experience with plants and indoor horticulture required.

Experience in customer service required.

Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions.

Ability to lift and transport plants, soil, and other materials as needed.

Self‑motivated, reliable, and a team player.

Availability to work weekends and flexible shifts.

Ability to travel to maintenance sites around NYC via public transportation.

Drivers license preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Assist customers with plant selection, care guidance, and product recommendations.

Process transactions, assist with visual merchandising, and help ensure a welcoming shopping experience.

Monitor store inventory and assist with restocking and receiving shipments.

Educate customers about the wide range of horticultural services our business offers.

Plant Maintenance Associate (Field Horticulture Team)

Travel to client sites to maintain and care for indoor and outdoor plant installations.

Water, prune, clean, and fertilize plants to ensure optimal health and appearance.

Identify and address plant health issues, including pest management and disease prevention.

Work with the team to install new plants and refresh existing plant designs.

Perks & Benefits

Competitive pay based on experience.

For full‑time employees: Company-sponsored health benefits and 10 days of PTO

401k option

Hands‑on training in plant care and horticultural maintenance.

Employee discount on plants and products.

Opportunities for professional growth within our growing company.

$20-$23/hour, commensurate with experience

If you love plants and enjoy both customer engagement and hands‑on work, we’d love to hear from you! Apply via the form below.

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