The Vegetative Specialist is a key role in Green Dot Lab’s cultivation facilities. The goal of this position is to support the cultivation process of Green Dot Labs’ cannabis with the utmost care via advanced cultivation methodologies, detailed record keeping and maintaining an organized and pathogen free workspace. The position requires a self-motivated individual with attention to detail and strong communication skills.

Compliance:
Ensure compliance with all City, County and State Regulations including, but not limited to the MED's Current & Permanent Marijuana Rules for Licensed Premise, RMCF, Transport & Storage, Business Records, Labeling, Packaging & Safety, Testing etc.

The Vegetative Specialist is responsible for adhering to workplace compliance within all current State and City regulations, Labor laws, Safety regulations and Green Dot Labs Policies, Procedures and Guidelines. State and City regulations.

• Municipal Marijuana Code
• Medical Marijuana Code
• Retail Marijuana Code
• Marijuana Inspection Guidelines
• Colorado Department of Agriculture/WPS
• Ensure the cultivation facility maintains full compliance with CDA/WPS regulations
• Retention of records including but not limited to; pesticide application logs, product specimen labels/MSDS

Cultivation:

• Adhere to a rigid propagation, mothers, transplant schedule
• Tend to clones, moms, and vegetative plants including cloning, feeding, transplanting, pruning, and any other care
• Report any issues occurring with seedlings, clones, vegetative plants, their health, cycle, timing of transplants, etc.
• Execute IPM processes as directed by the Vegetative Lead
• Update production logs (daily checklist, IPM, maintenance, etc) daily under guidance of the Vegetative Lead
• Cross train and provide support in other cultivation departments, and at other regional cultivation facilities.

Maintenance:

• Clean all work areas including but not limited to office, storage, administrative and areas surrounding the building.
• Maintain grow area in good working condition including and not limited to helping with waste removal, destroying plants and root balls per BRC 6-14, janitorial activities, etc
• Perform waste management duties for both ‘green waste’ and regular trash
• Other maintenance tasks including assisting Supervisor with HVAC, electrical and plumbing/irrigation projects

Additional:

• Opening and closing duties
• Provide support on special projects upon request
• Attend all trainings as required by city, county & state or as requested by Supervisor
• Maintain compliance with city, county & state regulations
• Attend Metrc trainings and use the Metrc system as directed by Supervisor

Work Environment:

• 40-hour work week including weekends
• Working hours will be spent in the cultivation facility
• Moderate physical activity such as walking and lifting is required on a daily basis (able to lift at least 60 pounds, able to stand for long periods of time, able to bend, push, pull and reach)
• Safety gear and PPE, such as sunglasses, gloves, goggles, ear protection and safety footwear must be worn on a regular basis

Required Personal Characteristics:

• Able to work in a fast-paced work environment under deadlines
• Continually exhibit honesty and integrity
• Punctual and reliable
• Self-Motivated
• Communicate effectively and efficiently
• Organized and familiar with basic data collection methods

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Possesses physical dexterity necessary to work with small and delicate products (clones, trimmings)
• Works efficiently, manages time effectively
• Pays close attention to detail
• Able to identify problems or malfunctions with equipment
• Exhibits ability to work cautiously but efficiently
• Trained on all safety procedures and guidelines (PPE, OSHA, Fire and HazMat)
• Possesses physical strength and stamina required to stand, sit or walk for long periods of time
• Ability to lift 60 pounds
• Familiarity with commercial agricultural practices & systems including but not limited to; propagation techniques, irrigation, greenhouse production methods etc.
• Familiarity with cannabis anatomy and physiology including but not limited to; needs of specific growth phases, diagnosing nutritional toxicities/deficiencies, identifying signs of over/underwatering, communicating with proper and standardized terminology etc.

Education, Experience & Misc. Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED is required
• Prior experience with growing cannabis preferred
• Must possess current MED Support Badge
• Must be able to pass background investigation for the State of Colorado and the City of Boulder Must have reliable form of transportation

Green Dot Labs and all of its affiliated companies provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.30 - $20.30 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• MED Badge (Required)

Work Location: In person