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Cultivation Technician
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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.
$34,563 / year median in Minnesota
+9% projected growth
Job Description
What the role is about:
We are seeking an energetic and experienced Cultivation Technician to join our growing and dynamic team! The ideal candidate will be driven, innovative, compassionate, believe in the goodness of people and cannabis, and enjoys the one team, one dream motto! The Cultivation Technician will provide daily care and focus attention necessary to produce clean, potent, safe medical cannabis for our patients.This position reports to the Cultivation Manager. What impact you'll make: Assist in maintaining a clean and safe working environment inside the cultivation and surrounding areasFollow all State mandated regulations pertaining to the cultivation of cannabis operationsDevelop working knowledge of all equipment within specified growspaces including but not limited to irrigation system/components, fan operation, reading of BMS and lighting equipmentProper usage, maintenance, and storage of all tools and equipment, including but not limited to shop vacuums, pumps, hoses, carts, pruners, scissors, stools, gloves, rags, and personal protective equipmentMaintain effective communicationwith CultivationManagersfor crop needsBe vigilant while conducting the daily inspection of plants to identify pests / disease / deficiencies / excesses, intersex traits, male flowers, abnormal growth, and report findings toManager and Cultivation ManagersResponsible for the daily care of crop cultural practices from seed to clone to harvestReview and comply with all procedures and instructionchecklistsMaintain accurate record of cultural practices, data collection, other crop-related logs as assigned by the Cultivation Manager and SupervisorLearn and cross train across all cultural practices throughout each growth phaseImplement daily feeding and care schedule as directed by Cultivation Manager and SupervisorComplete daily and periodic duties as assignedAssist in completion of secondary cultivation labor tasks at the direction of the Cultivation Supervisor/LeadWhat you've accomplished:
High School Diploma or equivalent1 year of experience in horticulture, botany, or related field preferredKnowledge of biology and chemistry related to plant growth and nutritionKnowledge of basic computer and office equipment operations (inventory systems; Word; Excel; office equipment such as copiers/telephone systems)Work history showing progressive responsibility, willingness to accept additional projects or challengesWeekend availability as neededKnowledge of plant tracking softwareExtended time standing, walking, bending, and reachingExcellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customersExcellent computer proficiency (MS Office - Word, Excel and Outlook) with the ability to maintain accurate records of reservoirs, equipment and other crop related logs assigned by the Cultivation ManagerMust be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer serviceAbility to work independently and as part of a team to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practicesExtended time standing, walking, bending, and reachingAbility to lift and carry up to 50lbs for a distance of 100ftOccasional extended and repetitive use of arms, hands and fingers to cut and manipulate small objectsAbility to maintain focus and attention to detailAbsolute reliability and honesty What we offer: