Cultivation Technician

The Role Does everything you touch turn green? If so, then GTI is looking for you! As a Cultivation Technician you will provide the expert care and maintenance needed to grow healthy, strong cannabis plants, and be responsible for all aspects of plant growth. Our ideal candidate is a self-motivated, positive individual who can think of no better way to spend the workday than potting, pruning, and tending to the health of our cannabis plants with the utmost care and precision. Cannabis is a heavily regulated industry; therefore, all employees are required to follow safety and compliance regulations. Essential Functions Plant Life Topping plants Bottoming plants Transplanting & Defoliating Tending to grow types of media Scouting for disease or potential insects Training plants Adhere to national grow model and standards

Harvest:

(smaller cites) Prepare room for harvest Harvest/ take down plants Defoliate and break plants into smaller pieces Hang plants on dry rack Clean both dry and flower rooms in between harvests

Sanitation:

Sweeping, mopping and all other required cleaning Cleaning of the plant housing devices Maintenance and cleaning of the plant tables Maintenance of the plant pots Reporting any issues to management to ensure a timely fix Safety & Compliance Be aware of hazards in the workspace Retain and understand department specific training Report safety incidents/ concerns and comply with follow-up actions Be compliant with area safety requirements, state regulations and PPE requirements Follow GMP, biosecurity, sanitation or other quality and compliance requirements Perform record keeping accurately and completely as directed by a lead or supervisor Maintain and calibrate tools, equipment and machinery as directed by a lead or supervisor Report and escalate safety & quality concerns Working Conditions While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to perform reaching, grasping, bending, stooping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time while maintaining focus Must be able to lift, carry, and balance up to 50 pounds AND must be able to do so with extreme care and caution when working with product Must be able to work in an environment that is 85+ degrees and 70% humidity for extended periods Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment. Must be able and willing to work at heights 6ft-8ft high using catwalk platforms, ladders, platform ladders, and scaffolds. Work involves daily exposure to allergens (such as cannabis, tree nuts, and coconut oil). Qualifications Minimum of a high school diploma or GED; Associate degree or certifications preferred Prior cannabis experience not required. Additional Requirements Must be a minimum of 21 years of age Must possess valid state ID Must be able to obtain, and maintain, state badging requirements in order to work in in cannabis industry (requires background check and state review)