Landscape Nursery Coordinator

Position Summary The Nursery Coordinator supports daily operations of the nursery. This role is essential in helping manage inventory, coordinate crews, and maintain efficient workflows in a high-end landscape environment. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working outdoors with plant material and equipment. Key Responsibilities Nursery Support & Inventory Assist in organizing and maintaining nursery layout by species (e.g., aspens, maples, crabapples, conifers) Tag and track trees using digital inventory systems Coordinate incoming and outgoing tree deliveries, verifying size and quality upon arrival Support heeling-in process and irrigation setup for nursery stock Help implement nursery map system and signage for visual organization Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering and restocking processes Perform daily nursery health, irrigation, and inventory inspections Field & Crew Coordination Support project manager in preparing trees and materials for installations Help assemble crews for key operations such as digging, planting, and irrigation Assist in staging equipment and tools prior to job site mobilization Act as a secondary lead on smaller install days or when manager is unavailable Maintain tool and equipment organization at both nursery and job sites Administrative & Communication Document and report inconsistencies in plant sizes or supplier issues Track crew hours and assist with scheduling updates Communicate clearly with internal teams, vendors, and site foremen Help prepare photos, tags, and descriptions for sales materials Participate in team meetings and assist with seasonal planning Assist clients with nursery walks and tree selections Preferred Qualifications Experience in landscaping, nursery operations, or tree installation preferred Ability to think on the fly, and adjust to ever changing situations Basic knowledge of plant material and tree species common to the Rocky Mountain region Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in various outdoor conditions Familiarity with equipment such as skid steers, trailers and trailering heavy loads, excavators, water pumps, and irrigation systems Strong communication and organization skills Tech-savvy — comfortable using inventory apps, tagging tools, or spreadsheets Valid driver's license and clean driving record CDL is a plus This position pays between $65,000-$85,000 + benefits + PTO