The role of the Harvest Associate is to assist the Cultivation team with routine labor duties. This will be accomplished by performing various tasks in the cultivation area. Harvest Associates are also responsible for harvesting crops and post-harvest activities such as drying, curing, destemming, and machine-trimming. This is not a grower/cultivation position.

Please note:

This position involves working with plant material, which may include exposure to pollen, allergens, and other plant-related substances.

We recommend that applicants with known plant allergies or sensitivities consult with a healthcare professional before applying for this position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Harvesting crops on a weekly basis.
• Drying crops and analyzing the moisture content of the flower.
• Use machinery in a safe manner to destem and machine-trim crops.
• Bottom pruning plants.
• Moving crops from vegetative areas to flowering areas.
• Mixing growing media and filling pots.
• Cleaning flower/vegetative rooms.
• Defoliating of crops.
• Daily cleaning of production work areas and facility corridors.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED); 1+ year of horticulture experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Other Qualifications:

• Landscaping, agriculture or horticulture experience
• Ability to work with your hands
• Ability to follow direction

Curio Wellness is an Equal Opportunity Employer Curio Wellness is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Must be 21 years old.

As a condition of employment, all Curio Wellness employees must comply with the State of Maryland requirements which include providing a copy of your fingerprints in the required format and consenting to an FBI Background Check.