Cultivation Tech I

Greenleaf Gardens is a subsidiary of Canopy USA, LLC, a leading vertically integrated, multi-state operator in the United States cannabis industry. With the transition of Acreage Holdings to Canopy USA, LLC in December 2024, Canopy USA is positioned to consolidate operations across its three business units – Wana, Jetty, and Acreage – realizing synergies, cost savings, and supporting growth in state-legal markets. Through coverage of key market segments including flower, vape, concentrates, edibles, beverages, and retail, Canopy USA is well positioned to accelerate growth with an emphasis on the Midwestern and Northeastern U.S. markets.

About the role

Reporting into the Cultivation Manager, the Cultivation Technician provides the daily care and focused attention necessary to produce clean, potent, safe medicine for our patients. This entry-level position offers the opportunity to learn and grow with the company from the ground up, taking on increasing levels of responsibility over time. The role is full-time, 40 hours per week.

The Cultivation Technician contributes to all or most aspects of plant production including propagation, watering, pruning, trellising, defoliating, monitoring, and harvesting. Additional tasks may include transplanting, moving plants, data collection and entry, making fertilizer solution, irrigation system management, cleaning and sanitation of grow rooms and equipment, and other assigned duties.

Responsibilities

• Daily care of medicine from seed/clone to harvest, monitoring environmental factors to maximize production and prevent failures.
• Maintain the highest levels of cleanliness and sanitation inside the cultivation area.
• Implement daily feeding and care schedule as directed by the Cultivation Manager.
• Maintain consistency and discretion when pruning and repotting crops at various stages.
• Conduct routine visual inspections of plants to identify pests or deficiencies and report findings to the Cultivation Lead.
• Crop propagation to meet inventory requirements as determined by the Cultivation Lead.
• Maintain accurate records of reservoirs, equipment, and other crop-related logs.
• Accurately scan inventory into designated locations.
• Proper usage, maintenance, and storage of tools and equipment (e.g., shop vacuums, pumps, hoses, carts, scissors, loppers, gloves, goggles).
• Complete daily and periodic cleaning tasks, including sweeping and spot mopping all areas on the cultivation floor and loading area.
• Proper disposal of waste at the end of each day.
• Assist in completing other secondary cultivation tasks as directed by the Cultivation Lead.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment inside the cultivation area.
• Other duties as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree in horticulture, agriculture, biology, chemistry, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in horticulture, botany, or related field preferred.
• Knowledge of basic computer and office equipment operations (e.g., inventory systems, Word, Excel, copiers).
• Math skills required for inventory and projections.
• Excellent time-management skills and ability to plan and prioritize effectively.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work effectively as part of a team.

Benefits

• Full suite of medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401(k).
• Paid Time Off.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee life insurance and supplemental life insurance.
• Spouse and child life insurance and AD&D.
• Pet insurance.
• FSA and HSA available.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

The work environment and physical demands described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be requested to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Light to moderate lifting of up to 50 lbs; heavier weights with assistance.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Repetitive motions and understanding of lab equipment.
• Must wear company-provided lab coats, hair/beard nets, gloves, surgical masks, and safety glasses/goggles/splash shield while working in the lab.
• Must adhere to facility general hygiene requirements.
• Capacity to stay focused on the task at hand.