Piala's Nursery & Garden Shop | WLCA Metro Milwaukee

Piala's Nursery & Garden Shop, Inc. is a family-owned business and has been offering landscape services including design, construction, garden maintenance, and a retail nursery for over 40 years. We pride ourselves on our quality plant stock, experienced installation crews, and talented designers.

We are currently looking to fill multiple positions within our landscape construction team and garden center for the 2021 season. Our nursery is located in Waukesha and we service customers primarily within the southeast Wisconsin region. We offer a range of full and part-time positions, with the opportunity to work weekends and overtime (some positions require weekends/overtime.)

Interested in joining our team? Check out our open positions and apply today!

Text “GROW” to 262-205-1331 to apply!

Landscape Foreman

We are seeking Landscape Foremen with hardscape, softscape, and/or nursery experience. We offer a consistent work schedule with paid overtime, the possibility of year-round employment, and the potential for performance-based bonuses. Compensation package is based on experience.

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented self-starter with a minimum of three years of landscape construction experience and requires the ability to:

Read blueprints and lay out job sites
Perform and supervise landscape construction. (Tasks vary depending on position, and may include grading, hardscaping, planting, and/or maintenance)
Train and supervise 3-5 landscape laborers
Track material and labor use on a daily basis
Safely operate equipment (including skid loader, mini-excavator and small engine equipment)
Perform daily equipment maintenance (check fluids, clean air filters, etc.)
English/Spanish bilingual is preferred but not required
Valid driver’s license is preferred but not required

Landscape Technician

We are seeking experienced Landscape Technicians to work with our construction team. We offer a consistent seasonal work schedule (April-November) with paid overtime, potential for performance-based bonuses and opportunities for advancement. Compensation package is based on experience.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of two years of landscape construction or maintenance experience and requires the ability to:

Perform landscape construction tasks (including grading, hardscaping, planting, etc.)
Safely operate equipment (including skid loader, mini-excavator and small engine equipment)
Assist the crew leader in job site lay out
Supervise the jobsite in the event of the crew leader's absence
English/Spanish bilingual is preferred but not required
Valid driver’s license is preferred but not required

Landscape Laborers

We are seeking Landscape Laborers of all levels. Positions run the duration of our operating season, which typically runs from April until weather turns inclement. This position offers 50+ hours per week, and overtime is required. Some part-time positions are available.

The ideal candidate has 1 to 2 years of labor experience, but entry level positions are available. Must be able to lift heavy materials repeatedly. Bilingual (English and Spanish) skills preferred, but English-only or Spanish-only skills are acceptable. Valid driver's license is required.

Garden Center Assistant Manager

We are seeking a responsible Garden Center Assistant Manager to undertake a variety of managerial tasks in collaboration with or in the absence of a higher-level manager. You will assist senior management in incorporating strategy and ensure department accomplishes defined objectives.

The ideal candidate will have a strong business mindset and leadership capabilities to guide our activities and staff in working more efficiently. This will be accomplished through the following job duties:

Assist the Garden Center Manager in organizing, planning and implementing strategy
Coordinate operations and ensure schedules, deadlines and objectives are met
Supervise and motivate staff by providing feedback and guidance
Communicate with clients and evaluate their needs and specifications
Drive the occasional recruitment process and the training and development of current colleagues
Secure adherence to company’s policies and guidelines
Willingness to perform any duties as needed, including light tractor operation

The following personnel report directly to the Garden Center Assistant Manager:

Garden Center Sales Associates
Front Desk Assistant
Cashiers

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

Proven experience as Assistant Manager or similar position
Familiar with financial and customer service principles and practices
Knowledge of data analysis procedures and good math skills
Proficient user of MS Office
Ability to obtain a Pesticide Applicator License as soon as possible
Plant knowledge strongly desired
Sales experience a plus
Retail display techniques and experience very helpful
Outstanding leadership and organizational abilities
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Garden Center Associate

We are seeking Garden Center Associates and offer full and part-time positions. Scheduled work hours include Saturdays and Sundays from April through August. Horticulture experience or education is a plus, but it is not required. Individuals will be responsible for:

Assisting customers
Maintaining the quality and appearance of plants and sales lots
Putting together displays

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

Excellent communication skills
A positive attitude
Ability to maintain a professional appearance under all circumstances
Horticulture knowledge desired, but not required

To apply, submit your information via email to:

Sara @ pialasnursery.com

Text “GROW” to 262-205-1331 for our online application.

Visit www.pialasnursery.com to learn more.