Nursery Crew Member

Mellow Marsh was founded in 1997 to provide southeastern native plants for water quality projects such as stream restoration, storm water management, wetland mitigation, and erosion control. We currently propagate over 300 different species of native trees, shrubs, grasses, and forbs. Our plants are grown from hand-collected seed, ensuring local provenance and healthy genetic diversity.

About the role

Mellow Marsh is looking for a new nursery crew member. This is a full-time permanent position.

Responsibilities

• Re-potting plant material
• Irrigation maintenance and repair
• Pulling orders
• Loading trucks and communicating with customers
• Weeding
• Seed collection and cleaning

Requirements

• Ability to do physical labor outside, year-round in all weather conditions
• Dependable, adaptable, and detail-oriented
• Working knowledge of English
• Comfortable working in a team environment

Qualifications

• Experience working in a production nursery
• Experience with irrigation systems
• Experience in repair and maintenance of small engines and equipment
• Familiarity with Southeastern native plants (including seed)
• Comfortable using taxonomic nomenclature and identification keys

Pay

Starting at $15–$18/hour, depending on experience.

Benefits

• Paid holidays and sick time
• IRA with 3% matching contribution