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Cultivation Technician I
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What they do
A Farm, Nursery, or Greenhouse Worker propagates, cultivates and harvests plants, primarily flowers, trees, shrubs and sod, and other crops such as mushrooms that are grown in greenhouses, or grows and harvests farm crops such as grain, fruit or vegetables. Operates and maintains equipment used to grow and harvest plants and crops. Cares for animals including dairy cows or chickens, pigs or other animals raised for meat.
$34,482 / year median in Florida
+6% projected growth
Job Description
The Cultivation Technician I perform cannabis plant care in all stages of its life cycle. This position is an entry level position and responsible for rotating between a limited number of functional areas. Responsibilities & Duties Follow instructions given by the managerComplete basic plant maintenance including bottoming, thinning, topping, and spacingTransplant (up-potting) to larger containers using proper techniquesHarvest plants according to schedule and procedures set by management, ensuring accurate weighing of plants and accurate recording in state electronic recordkeeping systemDispose of plant waste following state regulations, including weighing, and recording of waste in state electronic recordkeeping systemSanitize rooms according to procedures set by managementComplete assigned tasks within the established timeframes and specificationsCompliant with company SOPs and state regulationsMaintain a clean and safe work areaFollow applicable safety procedures by wearing appropriate PPE, and reporting injuries, near misses, and hazards to managementBehave in a manner that is positive, productive, cooperative, and encourages teamworkPerform other duties as assigned Qualifications & Experience Must be at least 21 years of ageHigh school diploma or GED requiredExperience working in landscaping, production, manufacturing, or any other fast-paced physical environment preferredMust have reliable transportationMust be able to pass a background check in accordance with state regulations Competencies Attendance & PunctualityDependability & FlexibilityPositive, Productive, Cooperative, and Encourages TeamworkInterpersonal CommunicationResults Focused Physical Requirements Frequent repetitive hand motionManual dexterity is needed for manipulating hand toolsAbility to sit or stand for extended periods of time (8+ hours)Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbsFrequent standing, climbing of stairs, crouching, handling, kneeling, pinching, pulling (horizontal and vertical), lifting (waist to shoulder), reaching (waist to shoulder and above shoulder), and reading.
Occasional grasping, gripping, lifting above shoulder, sitting, stooping, and walking.
Ability to use a step ladderVisual acuity is needed to accurately read small screens and labels Workplace Environment Warehouse/production facility environment with environmental controlsConsistent moderate background noise level due to machinery and HVACExposure to humidity, temperature changes, atmospheric conditions, and vibrationExposure to high head, bright light where eye protection is requiredExposure to keef/dust and cannabis odorExposure to skin contact with plants, to which some individuals may be allergic (PPE provided)
Occasional grasping, gripping, lifting above shoulder, sitting, stooping, and walking.
Ability to use a step ladderVisual acuity is needed to accurately read small screens and labels Workplace Environment Warehouse/production facility environment with environmental controlsConsistent moderate background noise level due to machinery and HVACExposure to humidity, temperature changes, atmospheric conditions, and vibrationExposure to high head, bright light where eye protection is requiredExposure to keef/dust and cannabis odorExposure to skin contact with plants, to which some individuals may be allergic (PPE provided)