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How much do nursery professional jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for nursery professional 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 is the difference between Nursery Professional vs Childcare Worker?

AspectNursery ProfessionalChildcare Worker
CredentialsMay require certifications in early childhood education or first aidOften requires basic childcare or babysitting certifications
Work EnvironmentTypically works in nurseries, preschools, or daycare centers focused on early childhood developmentWorks in daycare centers, homes, or community settings caring for children of various ages
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by early childhood education providers, preschools, and daycare facilitiesCommonly employed by daycare centers, family homes, and community programs

Nursery Professionals generally have specialized training in early childhood development and work in structured educational environments, while Childcare Workers may have fewer certifications and work in more varied settings caring for children of different ages. Both roles focus on child care but differ in qualifications and work settings.

What professionals work in a nursery?

Nurseries typically employ nursery professionals such as nursery teachers, horticulturists, plant care specialists, and administrative staff. These roles involve caring for plants, managing nursery operations, and providing customer service, often requiring knowledge of plant cultivation and safety procedures.

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Nursery Person/Equipment Operator

Lakeville, MN • On-site

Bachman's Inc.
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Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago

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Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

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Job description


Nursery Person/Equipment Operator
Union Position
 
POSITION DUTIES:
  • Accurately mix, incorporate fertilizer and shred soil for planting, heeling, and greenhouse needs according to established formulas
  • Load and haul soil, rock and other materials on trucks as needed and directed
  • Assist in loading and unloading B&B and container nursery stock as directed
  • Communicate problems, concerns or other pertinent information to supervisor or other personnel as necessary
  • Grade nursery roads as directed
  • Operate the following equipment in a safe, efficient, and effective manner: skid loaders, soil shredder, semi-tractor/trailer trucks, forklift, front end loaders, flattops, road grader, pesticide sprayers, fertilizer implements, farm tractors and others
  • Perform routine light maintenance on equipment on a daily or other scheduled basis as directed. Maintain equipment in safe working order. Communicate maintenance needs to shop personnel.
  • Accurately mix and apply chemical pesticides and fertilizers as directed
  • Perform field maintenance duties including filling tree spade holes, grubbing, and hauling trees and others as directed
  • Operate dumb truck over the road to haul various materials as directed
  • Perform other duties in the nursery and wholesale departments as needed and directed. Duties may include leading work crews in various nursery related functions.
  • Perform all duties in a safe, effective, thorough and efficient manner
  • Assist in other areas as directed

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • High school diploma plus two-year certificate in horticulture or related field and two years nursery/landscape production experience including one year in a leadership role
  • Valid Class D Minnesota driver’s license or equivalent out-state license preferred, CDL driver's license may be required
  • Must be accepted as insurable with Bachman’s Insurance carrier considering a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) and Bachman’s Safe Driver Standards
  • May be required to obtain a chemical pesticide applicators license
  • Requires a strong working knowledge of landscape plant materials commonly found in Minnesota landscapes
  • Conversational Spanish speaking ability, preferred
  • MNLA Nursery Professional Certification, preferred
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Must be able to lift (up to) 50lbs on regular basis and 100lbs on occasional basis
  • Must be willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions year-round and stand and/or bend for an extended period
  • Bilingual Spanish/English preferred

COMPENSATION: $24.76
Hours: 7:00-5:00pm M-F, 7:00-12:00pm Sat. Nonpeak hours: 7:00-4:00pm. Overtime as needed.
 
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