Post Cultivation Support

AZ - Post Cultivation/Trim

Job Description:

Technicians will execute operations within the greenhouse pertaining to plant care such as cloning, pruning, transplanting, up-potting, watering, feeding, ensuring environmental control, and inspecting plants for signs of deficiency or infestation, as well as labeling and tracking plants.

Responsibilities:

• Implement cultivation practices as indicated by supervisors and managers.
• Maintain the health of immature, vegetative, and flowering plants through observation and adherence to established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Ensure accuracy of plant inventory, including strain names, plant tag numbers, and counts of plants.
• Perform plant maintenance, feedings and irrigation events, and Integrated Pest Management (IPM) according to a set schedule and SOP, as determined by the Head of Cultivation
• Abide by high personal hygiene standards
• Check and record accurate data daily, including but not limited to pesticide applications, issues found when scouting plants, and any other items required by management
• Observe and immediately address issues with plants, equipment, or environments
• Break down and set up plant production areas after harvest, including sweeping all work areas, sanitizing crop benches, washing down rooms, and preparing to transplant new crops
• Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness with regard to plant health and traceability, in order to uphold the company’s standard for quality
• Work in a timely manner and strive to increase productivity through coordinated workflow and efficient systems
• Maintain organization and sanitary conditions within the grow facility
• Assist with post-harvest duties as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements

• Long periods of prolonged standing and sitting
• Requires normal range of hearing and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer
• Use of step-stool up to 4 feet high to work with 2nd tier plants
• Ability to observe and assess the material that deviates from established company standards
• Some crouching or holding uncomfortable positions for extended periods of time; repetitive motions
• Requires bending and lifting up to 70 pounds

Working Environment

• Occasional exposure to loud trim machines (ear protection provided) and extremely bright lights
• Constant interaction with colleagues

Experience

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• 1 or more years of experience with cannabis cultivation, harvesting, and trimming
• 1-3 years of experience in horticulture, agriculture, and/or marijuana cultivation preferred
• Ability to communicate clearly and accurately
• Must comply with state regulations and guidelines
• Energetic team player, willing to take direction and learn new skills
• Basic strain and plant structure knowledge preferred
• Knowledge of the uses and benefits of cannabinoids is preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent required