Careers
We have a wide variety of positions at Hawaiian Sunshine Nursery. Some positions are only open when the position is posted, but we have some positions for which we recruit on an ongoing basis. If you do not see a position posted but you believe you have directly applicable skills and experience that would benefit our company, please feel free to submit your application or resume using the links below.
Production Planters - Performs propagation and planting under the direction of the Growers and Production supervisor. Production planters also help clean and prep plants for shipping. Position requires attention to detail and the ability to grade nursery plants for quality, health and appearance.
Shipping Department - Work in a specialty shipping environment involving time, temperature and moisture sensitive product. Clean and prep plant materials for shipping. Position requires attention to detail and the ability to grade nursery plants for quality, health and appearance.
Occasional Positions - These positions open up less frequently and are usually not available unless posted.
Growers - Growers provide the daily care and maintenance for plants throughout the growing cycle. They are responsible for monitoring plant growth and condition. This position requires a solid background in horticulture, including propagation, fertilization, growth management, pest/disease control and chemical safety. Growers are expected to develop, implement and evaluate care and treatment programs under the guidance of the head grower.
Sales Associates - In addition to sales and customer service our sales associates act as the primary customer resource for questions about plant care and applications. They facilitate the customers order throughout the order process, from order entry through shipping. This position requires attention to detail and the ability to grade nursery plants for quality, health and appearance.
Other Occasional Positions at the Nursery... Drivers, Landscapers, Maintenance, Supervisory and Management positions
Currently Advertised Positions
Section Grower – Waimanalo, Oahu
Join our team of Growers on Oahu. These are the folks responsible for every plant from the time it is put on the greenhouse benches until it goes out the door to our customers. A Grower's day is spent monitoring plants for their water and fertilizer needs, irrigating, checking for bugs and disease, setting up spray schedules, spraying pesticides, moving and spreading plants, and doing all activities related to plant growth.
This position is perfect for a smart and focused, physically fit individual who enjoys using their brain and their muscles.
Individuals with a Horticultural degree or a degree in related sciences have done well in this position, but we are willing to train.
Pay range is $10 to $15 per hour
Driver/Shipping Clerks – Waimanalo, Oahu
Job responsibilities include selecting and pulling plants for customers’ orders; checking in orders and doing all the “detail” work: cleaning plants, removing damaged leaves, adding potting soil, applying UPCs as needed. We use paper sleeves and cardboard boxes for all shipments leaving the island. We may also palletize and shrink wrap pallets.
We send our vans and trucks on deliveries 5 days a week. The routes include short runs (1 hour in the neighborhood) to long runs (all day, all around the island). We deliver and merchandise store shelves and also just drop off plants at hotels, airports, stores, other nurseries, etc.. Drivers may drive every day or just a few days per week, depending on needs. When not on the road, employee will work in shipping department or help other teams with nursery work.
Full time. Must have valid driver’s license and an almost clean abstract (1 small ticket okay). Full benefits: Medical, dental, drug & vision health insurance, 5 to 15 paid vacation days per year (based on time with company), plus 5 Paid Time Off (sick or personal) days, 401K retirement program (3% of salary), 6 paid holidays. Wage: $10 to $15 based on experience and knowledge.
Production Leaders/Supervisors – Waimanalo, Oahu
Lead positions available to manage our busy, fast-paced Production Team. We usually have 3 or more projects going at once, with 5-9 people to oversee. We have monthly production goals for hundreds of different items all being planted in different size pots, different medias, with different needs. We plant products from tissue culture labs, rooted and unrooted cuttings, seed, and more.
If you can see the big picture and the fine details and have plant background, this may be for you. Computer skills a plus. Plant knowledge, strong organizational skills, ability to change quickly and multi task are essential.
Full time plus. Full Benefits: : Medical, dental, drug & vision health insurance, 5 to 15 paid vacation days per year (based on time with company), plus 5 Paid Time Off (sick or personal) days, 401K retirement program (3% of salary), 6 paid holidays. Wage: $12 to $18 based on experience, education, knowledge and which position is filled
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