JOB SUMMARY

The Fertigation Technician ensures optimal plant nutrition and hydration by accurately mixing and applying nutrient solutions and monitoring irrigation systems. This role is responsible for data collection and troubleshooting within the fertigation system. All duties must be performed in compliance with internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) regulations.

Schedule:

7:00 am - 5:30 pm,

Friday/Saturday/Sunday/Monday Pay:

$21.58/hour

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Data collection and entry: related to environment, irrigation readings, and irrigation runoff.

Assessing & reporting plant health & hydration needs & irrigation dataFertilizer mixing/PH adjusting: Accurately filling and mixing water for plants with nutrients and PH adjusting.

Irrigation system monitoring: Emitter/drain checks. Ability to create, troubleshoot and monitor irrigation equipment. Calibrating and using EC and PH meters to capture and check irrigation runoff to ensure accurate system dosing.

OTHER JOB RESPONSIBILITES

Identify and report signs of plant stress, nutrient deficiencies, pests, or diseases to the Cultivation Leadership/Integrated Pest Management (IPM) team.

Assist in monitoring water system equipment/reporting issues to Cultivation LeadershipMaintenance request postingCollaborate with team members and adhere to all safety, sanitation, and operational proceduresMaintain and follow facility procedures

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

Must be 21 years of age or olderMust be eligible to obtain and maintain a Registered Agent CardBasic math skills to manage nutrient ratios and measurementsAbility to abide by safe chemical handling protocolsUnderstanding of and ability to follow chemical handling and mixing directions/ratiosWillingness to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) and adhere to sanitation and biosecurity rulesAbility to work weekends, holidays, overtime, or as needed

PREFERRED JOB REQUIREMENTS

Experience with Argus or SynoptaBasic understanding of Microsoft word and excelBasic math, computer and technology skillsTreat people with respect, keep commitments, inspire the trust of others, work with integrity and ethically/upholds organizational values.

Must demonstrate strong problem-solving skillsFlexibility in a high paced work environmentAbility to work weekends, holiday, overtime/unscheduled timeIs consistently at work and on time, ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent, arrives at meetings and appointments on time

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Ascend Wellness Holdings (AWH) is a vertically integrated cannabis cultivator, processor and provisioning center operator with assets in Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, Ohio and Pennsylvania. We seek to foster a robust and inclusive cannabis industry through a premium, unmatched customer-focused retail experience. We are looking to build a world-class team that will help carry out our mission of helping to shape the future of cannabis as a leading healthcare solution. We are committed to improving the quality of our patient's lives by offering unrivaled quality, consistency and meticulously curated products that satisfy our customers unique, individual needs. When it comes to customer service experience, our dispensaries will set a new standard of excellence, emphasizing health and wellness by a highly knowledgeable team. A team that is committed to our values, our people, and our communities; we are looking for people who are inspired by our vision and stay dedicated to our mission as we continuously expand.

EEO STATEMENT

Ascend Wellness Holdings, Inc. ("AWH") and its subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer and celebrate the population of differences and does not discriminate in its hiring / hiring practices, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Salary $21.58 USD per hour