Join our team!
At Swansons Nursery, we believe that great work starts with care—for our customers, our plants, and each other. We’re a locally owned, community-focused nursery where people work hard, show up with kindness, and take pride in being helpful every day.
We’re looking for people who enjoy physical work, don’t mind getting a little dirty, and find satisfaction in helping others succeed. If you’re energetic, love helping people, and enjoy working as part of a team, you may be a great fit. Previous retail experience or plant knowledge is helpful but not required—we’re happy to train people who are eager to learn and contribute.
Swansons Nursery is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination and to an inclusive work environment. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and communities. We are a drug-free workplace.
Scroll down to see current job openings and benefits information, and to apply online.
Current Job Openings:
Annuals Plant Buyer & Merchandise Manager
Full-time position
Sunday-Thursday
The Annuals Plant Buyer & Merchandise Manager is responsible for the full lifecycle of live plant products within our Annuals department, including seasonal planning, purchasing, pricing, presentation, care, and sell-through. This role also leads and supports a customer service team responsible for stocking, maintaining plant quality, and providing knowledgeable, helpful service to customers. The right candidate leads by example with a strong work ethic, kindness, and a genuine commitment to being helpful to both customers and teammates.
Customer Service: Perennials Team
Full-time, seasonal position
Weekday and weekend availability required
This role is focused on creating exceptional customer experiences at Swansons by warmly engaging with guests, listening to their needs, and helping them find the plants and products that set them up for success in the garden. As a hands-on member of our retail team, you’ll spend much of your day interacting with customers and coworkers, answering questions, offering guidance, and keeping our plant and product displays well-stocked, organized, and inviting. This position requires a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a genuine enjoyment of helping others, along with a willingness to learn about the plants and products we offer. Those who are curious, kind, and enjoy problem-solving and teaching tend to thrive in this role.
The Benefits of Working at Swansons
Swansons employees enjoy a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer competitive wages and benefits as well as the unique opportunity to work in a beautiful, plant-filled environment.
Benefits for all employees
Join a caring community of plant enthusiasts
Learn about plants and gardening
Employee discount of 40% off all plants and products, and a 20% discount at Swansons Café
Double-time for 3 “working” holidays (if scheduled and worked)
Employee Assistance Program
Paid time off (accrual of 1 hour per 40 hours worked), eligible for use after 3 months of employment
401K with a 3% employer match after 6 months of work (if over 21 years of age)
Added benefits for full-time, non-seasonal employees averaging 29 hours or more per week
Paid time off accrual increases after 1-, 5-, and 10-year anniversaries
3 annual paid holidays after 1 year of employment
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage after 2 months of full-time employment (Swansons pays 75% of insurance premiums)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Educational assistance after 1 year of employment*
Jury duty pay after 1 year of employment (up to 40 hours during a calendar year)
* For specific details, please inquire.
How to Apply for a job at swansons
Please click below to fill out our employment application. We will contact you if we think you are a good fit for Swansons! If there are no current open positions, submissions will be filed and reviewed when we need additional staff.
You may also download an employment application or pick one up from any cashier. You may drop off your completed application in person, email us, or send it by mail. No phone calls, please.
email: garden@swansonsnursery.com
Subject: Employment Application
Mailing address:
Swansons Nursery
9701 15th Ave NW
Seattle, WA 98117
Attention: General Manager