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.
Cultivation Technician Northeast Alternatives is a growing, award-winning, seed-to-table cannabis retail brand specializing in the highest quality cannabis products Massachusetts, Michigan and New Jersey has to offer. Constantly focused on developing and ingenuity, NEA strives to achieve this by adding skilled and motivated team players. These goals are met by seeking out diverse, talented individuals to further the company's mission and provide unique and new ideas. As the business continues to grow, our team will continue to grow, allowing us to be the best in our specialized market. If you are motivated, eager to learn, dedicated, flexible and excited about joining an incredible industry, Northeast Alternatives is the perfect place to be!
Location:
Lakeville, MA Available Schedule:
Sunday-Wednesday, 6:30am-5:30pm
Job Description:
The Cultivation Technician works as part of a 30-50 person team to maintain a full-cycle, indoor Cannabis Production Facility in Lakeville, MA. This role assists in daily operations related to growing and harvesting cannabis.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Implement our existing, robust cultivation SOPs, including cloning, transplanting, feeding, defoliating, topping, applying preventative sprays, disposing green waste, and scouting the crop/plantsLearn and execute a successful Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategy Track environmental factors and record data to provide to managementMaintain a clean and organized work environment Perform water, media, and solution sampling and testing procedures Adhere to industry standards and waste disposal procedures set forth by regulatory agenciesMaintain accurate daily activity records and operation logs as directed using designated software Communicate effectively with colleagues and management Contribute to a fun, team-oriented, and challenging work environment that is innovative and pioneeringContribute to already-existing operations and processes to improve work-flow, efficiency, and provide constructive feedback and recommendationsComply with all HR policies
Required Skills/Abilities:
Must be 21+ and eligible to obtain required state cannabis agent registrationAbility to make it to work on timeAbility to learn new processes and technologies quicklyAbility to plan ahead, trouble-shoot, anticipate problems, and problem solve Able to follow directions and ask questions as neededKnowledge of large-scale commercial plant cultivation, including nutrient requirements, mediums, light requirements, temperature control, air flow, etc. is preferredPrior knowledge of soil and hydroponic growing methods including micronutrients, beneficial bacteria, and nutrient implementation, as well as pH, PPM, and EC counts is preferredKnowledge of container systems with soil and hydro, as well as understanding temperature and humidity manipulation is preferredKnowledge of plant diseases, insects and fungi, as well as plant treatment options is preferred
Physical Requirements:
Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist, reach, and perform repetitive motions throughout the workdayAbility to lift up to 50 pounds and push or pull up to 100 poundsAbility to stand for extended periods, including shifts up to 10 hours
Perks/Benefits:
Employee DiscountPaid Time OffPaid TrainingFree UniformHealth, Vision, and Dental Insurance The Ideal Candidate:
Has Cannabis Cultivation Experience Northeast Alternatives has a strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and aspires to be reflective of the diverse communities we serve. We aim to attract and hire qualified candidates who hold these same values, provide diverse perspectives, and contribute to creating a workplace where all employees experience a sense of belonging. Northeast Alternatives is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetics, Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal and local laws. In addition to federal law requirements, NEA complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
EEO M/F/D/V NOTE
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Salary $18.50 USD per hour
