HELP WANTED. YARDAPES WANTED! YardApes, Inc. is a full service landscape firm in
New Milford. We’re looking for self motivated, enthusiastic, reliable team players who are eager to learn. We’ll even pay for Horticulture classes at a local College. Several positions
currently available. www.yardapes.org 860-350-APES [2/3/2012]
HELP WANTED. Come Work at Broken Arrow Nursery! Nursery Assistant. Broken Arrow Nursery is
seeking an energetic, physically fit individual to help with the day to day responsibilities of the nursery. Main duties will include assisting with the general care of nursery stock and helping to restock the sales yard. A general interest in plants and a basic knowledge of plant material is
beneficial. The position averages 35-40 hours per week and runs from April through October. Interested applicants should send a resume and two references to: Andy Brand,
Manager, Broken Arrow Nursery, 13 Broken Arrow Rd., Hamden, CT 06518, Or e-mail
abrand@brokenarrownursery.com [1/24/2012]
HELP WANTED. Licensed Arborist.Ultimate Services, a grounds management company, is looking to
hire a licensed arborist to head our tree care division. With clients throughout the state and into New York we are looking for a skilled
arborist to meet their tree maintenance needs. CDL license required. Please forward resume and salary requirements to
Christine at christine@ultimategrounds.com. [1/23/2012]
HELP WANTED. Landscape Designer/Account Manager. Ultimate Services, a grounds management
company, is looking to hire a highly motivated sales person to join our team.
We take extreme pride in the relationships we have with our clients and our
ability to meet their every need. This position includes these very important
client relations, overseeing landscape crews during project installation,
monitoring our existing properties that are located along the Connecticut coast
and New York while working to expand our client base. Design experience, turf
management and/or plant knowledge is a plus. Please forward resume to Christine
at christine@ultimategrounds.com [1/19/2012]
HELP WANTED. Full time or part time greenhouse / garden center position needed. Must be an
organized hard working individual with experience . College interns are
welcome. Please e-mail to mark@dietrichgardens.com [1/17/2012]
HELP WANTED. Full-time position available for perennial and annual grower. Must have IPM and
spray experience. Please apply with a resume to mark@dietrichgardens.com. [1/17/2012]
HELP WANTED. Full-time position for retail sales at The Garden in Woodbury and /
or Dietrich Gardens in Cheshire CT. Must have a strong tree and shrub knowledge
and landscape design experience. Please e-mail resume to
mark@dietrichgardens.com [1/17/2012]
HELP WANTED. Perennial plant grower. Hands on perennial plant grower for wholesale greenhouse and nursery. Looking for someone to learn our business and help restructure our existing
operation. This will be a great opportunity for a motivated individual! Candidates must have: 2 years experience in nursery sales, 2 years horticulture
degree or 2 years minimum growing experience, Strong customer service skills,
Strong computer / internet skills, Interest and enthusiasm for plants. Job will
include; sales, inventory, overall production/maintenance, and ordering along
with admin and computer work. This is a hands-on job, you will be working outside. Housing is available on
site for 12 months/yr. Work is for 9 months/yr (March 1 – December 1). Pay is competitive based on qualifications. Please e-mail Debbie.vvgh@yahoo.com [1/17/2012]
HELP WANTED. Established wholesale container nursery is looking for motivated individuals to
fill positions of responsibility. Must have a strong interest in growing
quality plants with the ability to inspire and manage others to do the same.
The positions are year round with both indoor and outdoor work and the need to
be able to lift 30+ pounds. Experience is preferred but not required.
Compensation based on experience. Email resume to summerhillnur@aol.com or send
to Summer Hill Nursery, 888 Summer Hill Road, Madison, CT 06443 [1/11/2012]
HELP WANTED. New England Nursery of over 49 years, is seeking a highly motivated
and energetic, Green House Grower with the main focus on perennials.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Daily Maintenance (watering, fertilizing and pest management) of crops as well
as monitoring the progress of plant growth in an effort to meet sales
deadlines. • Working in a retail environment with excellent customer service skills • Managing a team of people to oversee maximum growth potential. Requirements: • A minimum of 3 years previous experience in nursery/greenhouse, • Knowledge of perennial and annual growing techniques, • Must be self-directed with the ability to prioritize tasks and produce
consistent results, • Demonstrate strong leadership ability, • Must be motivated and enthusiastic. PLEASE SEND RESUME to Hollandia Nursery,
103 Old Hawleyville Road, Bethel, CT 06801 [1/06/2012]
HELP WANTED. New England Nursery of over 49 years, is seeking an experienced, motivated and
energetic, Nursery Sales Manager. Candidate will work in a fast paced retail
environment with people and plants. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Sales, • IPM, • Displays: Design & Creation. Requirements: Horticulture Experience, Excellence written and oral communications skills,
Positive, friendly approachable attitude and excellence presentation skills,
Demonstrate strong leadership ability, Must be motivated and enthusiastic,
Superb team skills to help motivate employees. PLEASE SEND RESUME to Hollandia
Nursery, 103 Old Hawleyville Road, Bethel, CT 06801 [1/06/2012]
HELP WANTED. GREENHOUSE GROWER; Glendale Farms a 200,000 sq ft greenhouse operation in southwestern Ct. is in need of grower. Must have extensive knowledge in growing annuals, mums and poinsettias. Salary and benefits commensurate with experience. Interested candidates should forward their resume to tim@glendalefarms.com. [12/22/2011]
HELP WANTED. White Flower Farm in Morris, CT is seeking a motivated, dependable
greenhouse grower. Our successful team members pay attention to the details,
enjoy working physically indoors and out, have a positive attitude and are good
team players with strong interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate has
experience in greenhouse production and/or general horticulture. Must be
interested in and enjoy working with plants. The position requires the ability
to lift 40lbs, perform repetitive tasks and work both indoors and outdoors.
Greenhouse growers must have or obtain a Pesticide Applicator’s License. Full Time – Year Round. Temp to Hire. Works weekends: Yes. Positions available: 1. Relocation covered: No. Benefits: Medical & Dental insurance, 401k, discounts and more. Send applications to
nkostak@whiteflowerfarm.com Or apply in person at 30 Irene Street, Torrington, CT 06790 [12/19/2011]
HELP WANTED. Office manager. Full time position. Position requires weekend
availability, previous office experience, proficiency in MicroSoft office,
ability to handle assignments with limited supervision. Fax 860-697-6378 or
e-mail steve.flowerpowerfarm@gmail.com resume to Flower Power Farm, East
Windsor CT. [11/11/2011]
POSITION WANTED. Estate Gardener/Greenhouse, Conservatory Caretaker. Plantswoman with strong knowledge of orchids, exotics, houseplants, annuals, perennials and woody
ornamentals. Experience in floral design, landscape design, plant identification, disease and
insects identification and solutions to solve such problems. BS Landscape
Design, MA Education, Connecticut Accredited Nursery Professional Certified.
Call Bonnie at 860-873-8233 or email at bjp1627@comcast.net [11/07/2011]
HELP WANTED. Ace Begonias in Woodbridge, CT is looking for a full time assistant
greenhouse grower. Candidate should be highly motivated, detailed oriented
person with some horticultural background. Degree in horticulture preferred but
not required. Please send a current resume to tim@acebegonias.com [10/14/2011]
