We currently have Seasonal job openings.
If there are no jobs listed below, please feel free to apply. Northwest Seed & Pet accepts applications year-round, even when no positions are currently listed/available. Having your application submitted gives us a pool to draw from when we first start filling a position.
East Sprague Store Location (2422 E. Sprague, Spokane WA., 99202)
Now Taking Applications for Seasonal Jobs (Up to 40 hrs/week)
Nursery & Carry-Out Help
We’re looking for reliable individuals for full-time and possibly part-time temporary positions. Knowledge of plants or soils is beneficial, but we’re willing to train the right people.
Hiring timeline: Late February / Early March
Requirements:
- Weekend availability is a must
- Ability to work until 7 PM is a must
- Reliable transportation and dependable attendance required
Pay: Starting at $17.13/hour
Work environment: Fun, fast-paced environment
How to apply: Apply online or in-store using a paper application.
North Division Store Location (7302 N Division, Spokane WA., 99208)
Currently no job listing, but taking application for when positions become available
Detailed Job Descriptions
We’re currently building a comprehensive library of job descriptions below to give you a sense of the roles we offer. Not every position below is open at all times. Current openings are always listed above. Even if you don’t see a perfect fit, we still encourage you to apply!
Job Type: Seasonal Full-Time
Starting Wage: $17.13 per hour
Overview:
Northwest Seed & Pet is a long-standing, locally owned garden, nursery, and pet supply retailer serving the Spokane community. We are seeking friendly, knowledgeable, and customer-focused Seasonal Retail Nursery Associates to join our team during our busy season. This role is ideal for someone who loves working with plants, enjoys being outdoors, and thrives in a fast-paced retail environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide excellent customer service by helping shoppers with plant selection, gardening questions, and product recommendations
- Maintain the nursery area, including watering, pruning, restocking, and monitoring plant health
- Unload, sort, and display plant shipments and related merchandise
- Assist with register transactions as needed
- Help customers load plants, soil, and other garden supplies into vehicles (some lifting required)
- Support inventory tasks, signage, pricing, and merchandising
- Identify and report issues such as pests, disease, or damaged stock
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment indoors and outdoors
- Assist other departments when needed, especially during peak spring/summer periods
Qualifications:
- Interest in gardening, horticulture, or nursery retail; experience is a plus, but not required
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Good communication and customer service skills
- Comfortable with physical tasks, including lifting 30 and 50 lbs.
- Dependable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team
- Availability during peak season, including weekends and holidays
What We Offer:
- Starting wage of $17.13 per hour
- Training in plant care, product knowledge, and nursery operations
- A supportive, community-focused work environment
- Employee discounts on store products
Job Type: Seasonal Full-Time
Starting Wage: $17.13 per hour
Overview:
Northwest Seed & Pet is a trusted, community-focused retailer specializing in garden, nursery, and pet supplies. We are looking for dependable and hardworking Seasonal Retail Utility / Carry-Out Associates to support daily store operations. This role is fast-paced, hands-on, and essential to keeping our store running smoothly—perfect for someone who enjoys physical work and helping customers.
Key Responsibilities:
-Assist customers by carrying purchases (soil, pet food, plants, garden supplies, etc.) to their vehicles
-Provide general customer service and direct customers to appropriate departments when needed
-Help unload trucks, receive shipments, and stock shelves or outdoor product areas
-Maintain store cleanliness, including sweeping, organizing, removing trash or debris, and restroom maintenance.
-Set up and refill product displays, restock heavy items, and assist with merchandise rotation
-Support other departments (pet, garden, nursery) as needed during busy periods
-Monitor stock levels and notify staff when products need restocking
-Follow all safety procedures when lifting, moving, or operating equipment
Qualifications:
-Ability to lift and carry heavy items (typically 40–75+ lbs.) repeatedly throughout shift
-Reliable, hardworking, and customer-oriented
-Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
-Good communication skills and a positive, team-focused attitude
-Must be able to work weekends and work until 7 p.m. as scheduled
-Must have reliable transportation
-Able to stay active and on your feet for most of the workday
-Availability during busy spring and summer seasons
What We Offer:
-Starting wage of $17.13 per hour
-On-the-job training and support
-A friendly, community-driven work environment
-Employee discounts on store products
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Then:
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or
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