Fertigation Technician

Revolution Global is seeking a Fertigation Technician to support the daily fertigation operations at our Delavan, IL Cultivation facility. The Fertigation Technician is responsible for executing irrigation schedules, nutrient mixing, fertigation system monitoring, and data collection to ensure optimal plant health and nutrient delivery. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of plant nutrition, irrigation systems, and fertigation processes, with a commitment to precision, cleanliness, and safety. This role works under the direct supervision of the Fertigation Supervisor and closely collaborates with the Cultivation team to maintain consistent and efficient fertigation performance across all grow rooms. Essential Functions Represent Revolution's core values: Community, Accountability, Revolutionary, Excellence.

Accurately mix and prepare nutrient solutions following established facility recipes.

Operate and monitor automated fertigation systems to ensure proper delivery of nutrients and water to plants.

Conduct daily inspections of fertigation equipment, lines, and emitters to verify performance and identify issues.

Monitor and record pH, EC, and runoff data for all fertigation events; communicate trends and abnormalities to the Supervisor.

Verifying nutrient concentrations against feed recipes using EC/pH readings before tank delivery.

Perform daily cleaning and sanitation of tanks, filters, injectors, and irrigation lines to prevent buildup and microbial growth.

Calibrate meters, probes, and sensors on a routine basis and document all equipment maintenance.

Maintain cleanliness and organization of fertigation work areas, equipment, and chemical storage.

Safely handle, transport, and store nutrients and chemicals according to OSHA and IDOA standards.

Ensure accurate and timely documentation of all fertigation activities, including crop inputs, run-off data, and equipment cleaning/maintenance.

Support system maintenance tasks, including filter replacement, tank cleaning, and pump inspection.

Assist with troubleshooting issues under direction from the Supervisor.

Follow Revolution SOPs and report any deviations, system malfunctions, and plant health concerns to management.

Adhere to all PPE and facility safety guidelines while performing fertigation or cleaning tasks.

Assist other departments, when necessary, as assigned. Salary $20 - $24 USD per hour