Nursery Production Coordinator

Tree Pittsburgh is hiring a Nursery Production Coordinator to help plan and execute the full plant production cycle at our Heritage Nursery, which grows 25,000+ containerized trees and shrubs annually from locally collected seed. This position plays a key role in organizing production schedules, coordinating seasonal workflows, and ensuring our nursery stock stays healthy, consistent, and ready to support planting efforts across the region.

Working under the supervision of the Nursery Director, the Coordinator oversees planting and transplanting schedules, manages daily plant care and nursery maintenance, supports Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices, and maintains accurate digital inventory and production records. This role also helps lead seasonal staff, interns, and volunteers during busy production periods and represents Tree Pittsburgh during occasional wholesale interactions and public-facing events such as retail plant sales.

Qualifications:
Candidates should have 3+ years of nursery, greenhouse, or plant production experience, strong attention to detail, and confidence working outdoors in all weather. Proficiency with Excel and Google Sheets is required. Pesticide applicator license is preferred (or ability to obtain certification within 3 months of hire).

Schedule: Full-time position with Saturday availability during the growing season.

Learn more about the position here.