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Pruner

Fillmore, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $18.50/hr

Working under the direction of a Crew Leader and Yard Management, this role is responsible for ... Support general yard cleanliness and plant care standards * Assist other nursery departments as ...

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How much do assistant nursery manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant nursery manager in the United States is $25.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $29.81 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Assistant Nursery Managers?

Assistant Nursery Managers help oversee the daily operations of plant nurseries or childcare nurseries, depending on the context. Their responsibilities often include supervising staff, assisting with inventory or resource management, maintaining a safe and healthy environment, and supporting the manager in administrative tasks. They also interact with customers or parents, ensure compliance with relevant regulations, and help implement educational or horticultural programs. This role requires strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills. Assistant Nursery Managers play a key role in ensuring the smooth functioning of the nursery and supporting its overall goals.

What are some of the biggest challenges faced by an Assistant Nursery Manager, and how can they be addressed?

One of the main challenges for an Assistant Nursery Manager is balancing administrative tasks with providing high-quality care and support to children and staff. This role often requires quick decision-making, strong organizational skills, and effective communication with both parents and the nursery team. To address these challenges, it's important to develop time management strategies, delegate tasks appropriately, and foster a supportive team environment. Regular professional development and open communication channels can also help manage workload and maintain high standards in the nursery.

What is the difference between Assistant Nursery Manager vs Nursery Nurse?

AspectAssistant Nursery ManagerNursery Nurse
QualificationsLevel 3 Childcare qualification, management trainingLevel 2 or Level 3 Childcare qualification
Work EnvironmentSupports nursery operations, supervises staff, manages daily activitiesDirectly cares for children, implements activities, monitors development
ResponsibilitiesAssists in staff management, planning, and complianceProvides direct care, educational activities, and child supervision

The Assistant Nursery Manager typically has management responsibilities and oversees nursery operations, requiring additional leadership skills. In contrast, a Nursery Nurse focuses on direct child care and educational activities. Both roles require childcare qualifications, but the Assistant Nursery Manager combines childcare expertise with supervisory duties, making it a step up in responsibility.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Assistant Nursery Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assistant Nursery Manager, you need a solid background in early childhood education, childcare regulations, and leadership, often supported by a Level 3 childcare qualification or equivalent. Familiarity with child development frameworks, safeguarding protocols, and nursery management software is typically required. Exceptional communication, organization, and teamwork skills help foster a positive environment for both children and staff. These abilities are crucial for ensuring high-quality care, compliance with standards, and the smooth operation of the nursery.
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Department Manager - Nursery

Department Manager - Nursery

SiteOne Landscape Supply

Gallatin, TN • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago


SiteOne Landscape Supply rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 73 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

92nd of 338 rated retail wholesalers


Job description

Company Overview

SiteOne Landscape Supply is the largest national distributor of landscaping products across the United States and Canada. As a leading supplier of wholesale goods for green industry professionals, we have a long history of serving those who design, build, and maintain outdoor spaces – from lawns and gardens to golf courses, sport fields and more. We pride ourselves on knowing our customers and their business better than anyone else and providing them with a one-stop shop of extensive inventory covering irrigation, lighting, turf and landscape maintenance, hardscapes, nursery, and pest control supplies.

At SiteOne, we are passionate about delivering an outstanding customer experience and will stop at nothing to help our customers win. We know that our associates are the key to this success, and our commitment to the SiteOne DNA and support for our associates through development programs, benefits, and perks align with our vision to "Be a Great Place to Work for Our Associates". We foster a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement. With over 700 locations and exciting expansion ahead, now is the perfect time to join SiteOne and grow Stronger Together™!


Position Overview

Our Department Managers take the lead as the Nursery/Plant Material expert in the branch, working closely with customers on any or all needs within the department to ensure excellence.

What you’ll do:

  • Assist Branch Manager with the sales and operations planning process, statistical demand forecasting, and integration of supply and demand plans.
  • Promote an incident-free environment by emphasizing safety daily through leading by example.
  • Encourage a strong safety culture through workplace organization, training and executing policies.
  • Understand and execute the principles of inventory management, target customer mix and sales.
  • Create a positive environment for employees which encourages teamwork in alignment with SiteOne DNA.
  • Train and develop agronomic staff to be knowledgeable of the Nursery product line and customer needs to support achievement of departmental sales goals.
  • Partner with branch leadership to understand and implement new technologies and ways of working to help positively impact business performance.
  • Support other branch departments and customers as needed.

Skills We Are Seeking
  • 1-3 years of experience in the green industry and an understanding of live plant material and other nursery products, preferred
  • Excellent customer service and management skills
  • Experience with sales and operations planning and forecasting
  • Understanding of accounting fundamentals; including debits, credits, accounts receivable, accounts payable and budgets.
  • Ready and willing to learn and adopt new technologies and ways of working
  • For Internal Candidates Only: Line of Business (LOB) Certification Level I or higher, preferred
  • Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
  • High school diploma or equivalent

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Competitive Compensation
  • Medical, Dental and Vision plans
  • Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
  • DailyPay available!
  • 401k with company match
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Lucrative Associate Referral Program
  • Company Apparel and Work Boot Vouchers
  • Opportunity for Advancement
  • Paid Training and Business Certifications Available
  • Free Counseling Services/Employee Assistance Program
  • Life Insurance and Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Product Discounts
  • Most Branches never work Sundays!

THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS NOT INTENDED TO BE AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED OF INDIVIDUALS PERFORMING THE JOB. THE QUALIFICATIONS DETAILED IN THIS JOB DESCRIPTION ARE NOT CONSIDERED THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS NECESSARY TO PERFORM THE JOB, BUT RATHER AS GUIDELINES. THEY MAY VARY FROM POSITION TO POSITION.   

SiteOne Landscape Supply is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all associates and all applicants for employment. All employment decisions at SiteOne-including those relating to hiring, promotion, transfers, benefits, compensation, placement, and termination-will be made without regard to race, color, national origin, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religion, age, veteran status, uniform service, pregnancy, disability, or any other factor protected by applicable law.

If you are ever unsure whether a message is really from SiteOne, here’s how to protect yourself from recruiting scams:

  • SiteOne will never ask for payment, sensitive personal info, or documents over email, messaging apps., or interviews
  • All SiteOne job openings and updates will be posted on our official careers page: https://careers.siteone.com/
  • SiteOne job related emails will be sent with a @siteone.com. All other variations are likely fraudulent.
  • You can always reach our SiteOne team directly at Recruiting@siteone.com to confirm

Starting pay will depend on factors such as location and experience, and will always meet or exceed applicable state and local minimum wage laws.

Qualifications:
  • 1-3 years of experience in the green industry and an understanding of live plant material and other nursery products, preferred
  • Excellent customer service and management skills
  • Experience with sales and operations planning and forecasting
  • Understanding of accounting fundamentals; including debits, credits, accounts receivable, accounts payable and budgets.
  • Ready and willing to learn and adopt new technologies and ways of working
  • For Internal Candidates Only: Line of Business (LOB) Certification Level I or higher, preferred
  • Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
  • High school diploma or equivalent

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Competitive Compensation
  • Medical, Dental and Vision plans
  • Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
  • DailyPay available!
  • 401k with company match
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Lucrative Associate Referral Program
  • Company Apparel and Work Boot Vouchers
  • Opportunity for Advancement
  • Paid Training and Business Certifications Available
  • Free Counseling Services/Employee Assistance Program
  • Life Insurance and Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Product Discounts
  • Most Branches never work Sundays!

THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS NOT INTENDED TO BE AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED OF INDIVIDUALS PERFORMING THE JOB. THE QUALIFICATIONS DETAILED IN THIS JOB DESCRIPTION ARE NOT CONSIDERED THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS NECESSARY TO PERFORM THE JOB, BUT RATHER AS GUIDELINES. THEY MAY VARY FROM POSITION TO POSITION.   

SiteOne Landscape Supply is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all associates and all applicants for employment. All employment decisions at SiteOne-including those relating to hiring, promotion, transfers, benefits, compensation, placement, and termination-will be made without regard to race, color, national origin, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religion, age, veteran status, uniform service, pregnancy, disability, or any other factor protected by applicable law.

If you are ever unsure whether a message is really from SiteOne, here’s how to protect yourself from recruiting scams:

  • SiteOne will never ask for payment, sensitive personal info, or documents over email, messaging apps., or interviews
  • All SiteOne job openings and updates will be posted on our official careers page: https://careers.siteone.com/
  • SiteOne job related emails will be sent with a @siteone.com. All other variations are likely fraudulent.
  • You can always reach our SiteOne team directly at Recruiting@siteone.com to confirm

Starting pay will depend on factors such as location and experience, and will always meet or exceed applicable state and local minimum wage laws.

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About SiteOne Landscape Supply

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SiteOne Landscape Supply is the largest and only national wholesale distributor of landscaping products in the United States and Canada. With over 630 branches across the U.S. and Canada, we offer a comprehensive selection of products including: irrigation supplies, fertilizer and control products, nursery goods, hardscapes, landscape lighting, drainage and erosion control products, tools, and other landscaping accessories and supplies.

Industry

Wholesale

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Roswell, GA, US

Year founded

2001