Cultivation Technician

About the role

We are seeking an energetic and experienced Cultivation Technician to join our growing and dynamic team!

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and safe working environment inside the cultivation and surrounding areas
• Follow all State mandated regulations pertaining to the cultivation of cannabis operations
• Develop working knowledge of all equipment within specified grow spaces including but not limited to irrigation system/components, fan operation, reading of BMS and lighting equipment
• Proper usage, maintenance, and storage of all tools and equipment, including but not limited to shop vacuums, pumps, hoses, carts, pruners, scissors, stools, gloves, rags, and personal protective equipment
• Maintain effective communication with Cultivation Managers for crop needs
• Vigilant while conducting the daily inspection of plants to identify pests / disease / deficiencies / excesses, intersex traits, male flowers, abnormal growth, and report findings to Manager and Cultivation Managers
• Review and comply with all procedures and instruction checklists
• Maintain accurate record of cultural practices, data collection, other crop-related logs as assigned by the Cultivation Manager and Supervisor
• Learn and cross train across all cultural practices throughout each growth phase
• Implement daily feeding and care schedule as directed by Cultivation Manager and Supervisor
• Assist in completion of secondary cultivation labor tasks at the direction of the Cultivation Supervisor/Lead

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1 year of experience in horticulture, botany, or related field preferred
• Knowledge of biology and chemistry related to plant growth and nutrition
• Knowledge of basic computer and office equipment operations (inventory systems; Word; Excel; office equipment such as copiers/telephone systems)
• Work history showing progressive responsibility, willingness to accept additional projects or challenges
• Weekend availability as needed
• Knowledge of plant tracking software
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service
• Able to work independently and as part of a team to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices
• Able to lift and carry up to 50lbs for a distance of 100ft
• Occasional extended and repetitive use of arms, hands and fingers to cut and manipulate small objects
• Able to maintain focus and attention to detail

Qualifications

• Absolute reliability and honesty

Skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Basic computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel and Outlook)

Benefits

• Competitive union benefits offered

Pay

$19.92/hour

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the team and the cultivation process.