Employment Opportunities

Homestead Gardens, the largest enclosed garden center in the Baltimore and Washington, D.C. metropolitan area and one of the country’s leading garden centers, has an immediate opening for a full time CDL Class A or Class B Delivery Driver as well as part-time seasonal Delivery Drivers.  

This position includes manual labor (loading and unloading trucks) and at busy times, includes working some weekends.

Homestead offers Medical, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Benefits, and 401k to Full-time employees.

• Must be 21 years of age 
• CDL Applicants must be able to comply with all CDL requirements, including Medical Examiner’s Certificate
• Applicants must be reliable and have an insurable driving record for all Driver positions
• Driver experience is required

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Location:
Davidsonville Retail Store
743 W Central Avenue
Davidsonville, MD 20135

If you are qualified and interested, please complete our Online Employment Application and Questionnaire.

We look forward to hearing from you.
_{Posted: 5/28/2020}

Homestead Gardens, the largest enclosed garden center in the Baltimore and Washington, D.C. metropolitan area and one of the country’s leading garden centers, has an immediate opening for a full time Sales Associate who will assist our wholesale customers with their plant purchases. 

• Must be knowledgeable of plant material
• Must have excellent customer service skills and able to build relationships with area landscape customers
• Great communication skills in person, on the phone, and through email
• Sales background preferred
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Positive attitude and be willing to learn and be part of a team
• Basic computer skills
• Position requires working outdoors in all types of weather when required
• Able to work a flexible Monday - Saturday schedule during peak season

Location:
Horticultural Supply
1238 Governor Bridge Road
Davidsonville, MD 21035

If you are qualified and interested, please complete our Online Employment Application and Questionnaire.

We look forward to hearing from you.
_{Posted: 5/19/2020}

Looking for a new exciting direction in the sales field? Let us teach you how to sell and celebrate Outdoor Living. Help people reconnect with nature and customers who love the outdoors.

Homestead Gardens, one of the largest and most prominent gardens center in the Metro Washington, DC and Baltimore area has a high-end Sales Associate opportunity in our Outdoor Living department offering a year 'round new adventure!

• 3-5 years of Retail Sales experience, preferably Patio/Outdoor Living or Furniture
• Excellent customer service skills, including the ability to communicate with customers in a professional manner at all times.
• Knowledge and the desire to learn more about all of the products sold in the Outdoor Living department
• Design experience a plus
• Ability to stand for prolonged period of time and work in a non-air conditioned environment during the Summer months.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekend

Homestead Gardens offers benefits with Full-time employment.

"Because Life Should Be Beautiful"

Location:
Davidsonville Retail Store
734 West Central Ave.
Davidsonville, MD 21035

If you are qualified and interested, please complete our Online Employment Application and Questionnaire.

We look forward to hearing from you.
_{Posted: 5/19/2020}

Homestead Gardens is always seeking enthusiastic team members who have excellent customer service, possess a passion for plants, enjoy working outdoors, and love to smile! 

A few reasons to join our team:

• We are recognized as one of the most progressive green industry businesses in the United States and our talented staff are great mentors and coaches.
• We are committed to excellence in every phase of our operation.
• We strive to maintain a highly professional staff and provide an opportunity for education and growth.
• Have a great company culture that fosters creativity and learning.

So, if you have always wanted to work at Homestead Gardens, we want to hear from you! We offer part-time, and full-time opportunities with daytime, evening and weekend hours in the following areas:

• Annuals / Greenhouse Sales
• Customer Service / Cashiers
• Loaders (daytime, evening and weekends)
• Deco/Patio/Homestyles
• Farm & Pet
• Garden Supply
• Nursery Sales
• Perennial Sales

Associates who:

• Are team-oriented
• Enjoy working at a fast pace
• Are committed to develop and maintain an environment that encourages trust, self-motivation, initiative, and excellence
• Have a willingness to learn
• Have have a flexible schedule and are able to work some evenings and weekends
• Love Plants!

How about joining our team! We look forward to hearing from you!

Because Life Should Be Beautiful!

Location:
Davidsonville Retail Store
743 W Central Avenue
Davidsonville, MD 20135

If you are qualified and interested, please complete our Online Employment Application and Questionnaire.

We look forward to hearing from you.
_{Posted: 5/14/2020}

Homestead Gardens is OPEN and looking for a full-time Web Operations Coordinator to coordinate the online and phone ordering processes.  If you have strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills, we would like to hear from you.  This position is located onsite at our Davidsonville, MD retail location. 

• Exceptional customer service and hospitality skills
• Ability to work well with others, take direction, and work well under pressure 
• Experience with a point of service system a plus
• Aptitude to quickly learn Homestead Gardens products and services

"Because Life Should Be Beautiful"

Location:
Davidsonville Retail Store
743 W Central Avenue
Davidsonville, MD 20135

If you are qualified and interested, please complete our Online Employment Application and Questionnaire.

We look forward to hearing from you.
_{Posted: 5/12/2020}

Homestead Gardens, the largest enclosed garden center in the Baltimore and Washington, D.C. metropolitan area and one of the country’s leading garden centers, has a job opportunity for an experienced Perennials Buyer.  This full-time position is responsible for planning, purchasing and ensuring availability of all perennials and seasonal bulbs for our retail locations, while monitoring and managing inventory control for the Perennials Sales.

Essential Duties:

• Full responsibility as a Perennials Category Manager (Buyer) for the retail stores, wholesale and production facilities, including traveling to industry trade shows, growers, garden centers and other sources to select and purchase top quality Perennials and seasonal bulbs, and other related products as approved.  
• Analyze selling trends and develop strategies and product assortment in the Department to decide what items to sell.  
• Review inventory levels regularly and make adjustments in pricing as needed to sell through seasonal products in a timely manner.
• Coordinate merchandising and pricing strategies with the Nursery/Perennials Manager.  Also apprise of all shipping and special orders.  
• Oversee the delivery of material and directs the placement of plant material on the sales floor, while working with the Nursery/Perennials Manager.
• Develops and administers Perennials sales budget. 
• Assist with merchandising the Perennials sales area and developing marketing programs, advertising, promotions and workshops with the aid of the Marketing Department. 
• Apply acquired knowledge to enhance the products sold in Perennials. 

• Must possess excellent knowledge of perennials and seasonal bulbs, including the ability to identify and buy perennials and seasonal bulbs related to their growth and sales.
• Excellent negotiation skills and the ability to create and maintain good vendor relationships.
• Plant care knowledge and all aspects of perennials plant material upkeep.
• Experience in budgetary management, developing and meeting annual sales goals.

Skills:

• Attention to detail with the ability to think creatively and operate with some flexibility. 
• Good computer/technology skills, with a willingness to grow.
• Great customer service skills and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment as a leader and a member of the team.
• Ability to work flexible schedules during busy periods and availability to travel to industry-related events as required.  

Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in an Agricultural discipline or minimum of three-five years equivalent work experience in a retail garden center or horticultural environment preferred.

Full-time employees are eligible for Health, Dental, Vision, Retirement, and Paid Time Off benefits.

Location:
Davidsonville Retail Store
743 W Central Avenue
Davidsonville, MD 20135

If you are qualified and interested, please complete our Online Employment Application and Questionnaire.

We look forward to hearing from you.
_{Posted: 4/24/2020}

Homestead Gardens, the largest and one of the most prestigious garden centers in the East Coast, has an exciting career opportunity for an experienced Landscaping Foreman with expertise in performing high-quality hardscaping, planting, and maintenance jobs.  

This individual will be responsible for overseeing and working on patios, walkways and other landscaping construction jobs.  We are looking for a leader and motivator who is passionate about his/her profession and cares about providing excellent customer service.  

• Applicant must have 3-5 years experience in landscaping and hardscaping
• Crew supervision
• Valid driver's license
• LCA certification is preferred 
• Bilingual Spanish and English is preferred

 We offer a competitive compensation package that includes medical/dental insurance, vacation, participation in the company’s 401K plan, and a generous employee discount.  

Homestead Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We welcome diversity. 

Location:
Landscape Division Office
771 W Central Avenue
Davidsonville, MD 21035

If you are qualified and interested, please complete our Online Employment Application and Questionnaire.

We look forward to hearing from you.
_{Posted: 4/24/2020}

Homestead Gardens is always seeking enthusiastic team members who enjoy retail, love plants, have excellent customer service/ organizational skills and love to smile! Homestead Gardens is recognized as one of the most progressive green industry businesses in the United States and is committed to excellence in every phase of its operation. We strive to maintain a highly professional staff who understand and respond to our customers’ needs in a friendly, knowledgeable and personal manner. Homestead Gardens provides an opportunity for education, growth and use of the newest technology.

So, if you have always wanted to work at Homestead Gardens, we want to hear from you! We offer part-time, and full-time opportunities with daytime, evening and weekend hours in the following positions:

• Annuals / Greenhouse Sales
• Customer Service / Cashiers
• Loaders (daytime, evening and weekends)
• Deco/Patio/Homestyles
• Farm & Pet
• Garden Supply
• Nursery Sales
• Perennial Sales

Associates who:

• Are team-oriented
• Enjoy working at a fast pace
• Are committed to develop and maintain an environment that encourages trust, self-motivation, initiative, and excellence
• Have a willingness to learn
• Have flexible schedules and who are able to work some evenings and weekends

How about joining our team! We look forward to hearing from you!

Because life should be beautiful!

Location:
Severna Park Retail Store
522 Ritchie Highway
Severna Park, MD 21146

If you are qualified and interested, please complete our Online Employment Application and Questionnaire.

We look forward to hearing from you.
_{Posted: 4/21/2020}

This position ensures the creation, development and implementation of landscape designs to meet the specific needs and requests of the Landscape Division customers. Designs, sells and manages the installation of landscape projects from lead generation to completion. Must produce quality designs which generate sales and in return, profits. 

• Applicant must have five (5) years experience in design and sales
• Ability to do hand renderings or CAD is a must. 
• Must have knowledge of current construction best practices. 
• C.P.H. is preferred. 

Location:
Landscape Division Office
771 W Central Avenue
Davidsonville, MD 21035

If you are qualified and interested, please complete our Online Employment Application and Questionnaire.

We look forward to hearing from you.
_{Posted: 2/5/2020}