Accept cash, cheque, credit card or automatic debit payment
Operate cash register
Operate computerized inventory record keeping and re-ordering systems
Provide advice about merchandise
Perform data entry
Provide customer service
Assist in display of merchandise
Conduct sales transactions through Internet-based electronic commerce
Greet customers and discuss type, quality and quantity of merchandise or services sought for purchase, rental or lease
Maintain sales records for inventory control
Stock shelves and display areas
Pot and re-pot plants
Plant bulbs, flowers, shrubs and trees
Perform opening and closing activities
Answer telephone and relay telephone calls and messages
Load, unload and move products and materials by hand or with basic material handling equipment
Maintain clean and safe work environment
Water and tend to plants, lawns and/or gardens
Recommend products or services to customers
Type of product
Flowers and plants
Seasonal plants
Ornamental trees, shrubs and hedges
Bedding plants
Area of specialization
Plant knowledge and identification
Security and safety
Bondable
Criminal record check
Reference required
Transportation/travel information
Public transportation is available
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Fast-paced environment
Work under pressure
Manual dexterity
Attention to detail
Bending, crouching, kneeling
Handling heavy loads
Physically demanding
Repetitive tasks
Standing for extended periods
Ability to work independently
Weight handling
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Personal suitability
Collaborative
Energetic
Hardworking
Outgoing
Positive attitude
Proactive
Quick learner
Time management
Dependability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Flexibility
Organized
Reliability
Team player
Excellent oral communication
Client focus
Ability to multitask
Punctuality
Resourcefulness
Honesty
Screening questions
Are you authorized to work in Canada?
Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
Employment terms options
Flexible hours
Employment terms options
To be determined
Day
Weekend
Other benefits
Learning/training paid by employer
Team building opportunities
Parking available
Variable or compressed work week
Support for newcomers and refugees
Does not require Canadian work experience
Support for youths
Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment
Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
Support for Indigenous people
Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations
Support for mature workers
Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination
Offers phased retirement options that allow mature workers to gradually reduce their workload (for example: flexible or reduced work hours, part time employment, project-based or seasonal work, etc.)
Offers phased re-entry options for mature workers who are returning to work after retiring (for example: gradually increasing hours and responsibilities)
Supports for visible minorities
Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)
