"Creating Excellence" since 1954
4534 Center Rd.
Avon, OH 44011
(440) 934-4435
sales@willowaynurseries.com
 













 

 

Willoway Nurseries, Inc. employs 175 full time employees year-round and has over 500 people in the peak season. The largest part of our staff is dedicated to the production and shipping of plant material. Other opportunities include: equipment repair and fabrication, equipment operation, spray application, building maintenance (including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, masonry, and boiler maintenance), truck drivers, data entry, and more.

Wages are based upon your experience and skill levels. An excellent benefits program is made available to full-time employees (min. 30 hours per week). Paid vacations are earned after 1 year of full-time employment.

Willoway offers many opportunities of education and advancement. If you would like more information, or to schedule an interview, please feel free to contact us (see bottom of this page for contact information).
 

Qualities we consider for employment

  • Willing to work outdoors in all types of weather
  • Willing to work flexible hours during peak season (March - July & October - November)
  • History of good attendance
  • Ability to learn new skills and methods
  • Education or experience (entry level opportunities may be available)
  • Willoway is a Drug Free work place

 

 

CURRENT LISTINGS

Industrial Electrician
Posted: 8/13/10

Location: Huron, Ohio

Willoway Nurseries is looking for an Industrial Electrician to join its Huron Facility. Our electricians maintain the electrical systems at the nursery on a day-to-day basis, troubleshoot electrical problems, and install new systems as needed.

Training/Education:
Associates Degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or equivalent training certificate

Responsibilities:

  • Install and repair Irrigation Motors and Pumps, Three-phase Electrical Systems and Industrial Drives
  • Perform general electrical troubleshooting at the nursery facility
  • Complete all assignments effectively and efficiently
  • Manage time to complete repairs and/or projects on schedule and in emergencies if needed

Requirements:

  • Excellent problem solving skills
  • Outside work in all weather conditions
  • Job is based at our Huron, Ohio facility. Must be willing to report to Avon, Ohio facility if needed
  • Knowledge in general construction a plus

Territory Sales Representative
Posted: 8/13/10

Location:  Mid-Atlantic – Western PA, DE, MD, NJ


Willoway Nurseries is looking for an energetic, self-starter with experience in nursery sales to develop existing accounts as well as identify and prospect new customers.  Candidates must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills with good attention to detail and follow-up.  Although a Horticultural degree is not required, plant knowledge is a definite plus.
Responsibilities:

  • Consult with retail and wholesale nursery owners, managers and buyers to assist them in making purchase decisions.  Provide timely and relevant information regarding the status of crops, plant performance, available marketing support, merchandising ideas, retail pricing, etc.
  • Advocate of branded program plants.  Actively promote new products and leverage Willoway Nurseries value proposition to gain market share. 
  • Represent Willoway Nurseries at trade shows, including set-up and teardown of the booth.
  • Encourage customers to tour the nursery and/or show plant samples at customer’s location.
  • Oversee the entry, scheduling and delivery of plant material to ensure that the customer’s expectations are met.
  • Support credit department in the collection of credit applications, processing credits (returns) and keeping accounts current.
  • Follow up on inbound sales leads and prospect for new customers within assigned territory. 

Requirements:

  • Minimum 2 years sales experience – plant wholesale and/or retail sales experience at a garden center preferred.
  • Valid driver’s license and vehicle capable of hauling plant samples (van, truck, SUV).
  • Minimum 30% overnight travel.

Territory Sales Representative
Posted: 8/4/10

Location:  Southern Chicago, Iowa


Willoway Nurseries is looking for an energetic, self-starter with experience in nursery sales to develop existing accounts as well as identify and prospect new customers.  Candidates must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills with good attention to detail and follow-up.  Although a Horticultural degree is not required, plant knowledge is a definite plus.
Responsibilities:

  • Consult with retail and wholesale nursery owners, managers and buyers to assist them in making purchase decisions.  Provide timely and relevant information regarding the status of crops, plant performance, available marketing support, merchandising ideas, retail pricing, etc.
  • Advocate of branded program plants.  Actively promote new products and leverage Willoway Nurseries value proposition to gain market share. 
  • Represent Willoway Nurseries at trade shows, including set-up and teardown of the booth.
  • Encourage customers to tour the nursery and/or show plant samples at customer’s location.
  • Oversee the entry, scheduling and delivery of plant material to ensure that the customer’s expectations are met.
  • Support credit department in the collection of credit applications, processing credits (returns) and keeping accounts current.
  • Follow up on inbound sales leads and prospect for new customers within assigned territory. 

Requirements:

  • Minimum 2 years sales experience – plant wholesale and/or retail sales experience at a garden center preferred.
  • Valid driver’s license and vehicle capable of hauling plant samples (van, truck, SUV).
  • Minimum 30% overnight travel.

 

 


 
Willoway Nurseries, Inc. is an 
Equal Opportunity Employer
and a Drug Free work place.
Join the Willoway Team!

Send your resume to: Willoway Nurseries, Inc.
                                     4534 Center Rd.
                                     Avon, OH  44011
                                     emilyj@willowaynurseries.com

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