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Propagation Technician

Ascend Wellness
Franklin, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 10/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/3/2027

JOB SUMMARY


The Technician - Cultivation Propagation reports directly to the Propagation Cultivation Manager and is responsible for supporting the health, quality, and productivity of cannabis plants during the propagation stage. This hands-on role is responsible for maintaining mother plants, producing and caring for clones, supporting early plant development, and preparing plants for transfer to the next cultivation phase. The Technician - Cultivation Propagation performs daily plant care, monitoring, and sanitation activities to promote healthy growth while ensuring compliance with company procedures, quality standards, and applicable regulatory requirements. Work is performed in a cultivation environment with regular exposure to cannabis plants, cannabis-related odors, pollen, dust, and varying temperatures, humidity levels, and lighting conditions typical of commercial cultivation operations.

SCHEDULE: Tuesday - Saturday 6:15am - 2:30pm

PAY: $20.00

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS


  • Plant Biology Knowledge: Understand cannabis plant anatomy, physiology, and growth cycles
  • Mother Stock Maintenance: Perform defoliation, pruning, cutting/irrigating clones and staking techniques to optimize light penetration, airflow throughout the propagation cycle
  • Canopy Management: Perform defoliation, pruning, trellising, and staking techniques to optimize light penetration, airflow, and bud quality throughout the flowering cycle
  • Plant Health Maintenance: Monitor cannabis plants during the propagation stage to support optimal bud development, plant vitality, and overall crop quality

OTHER JOB RESPONSIBILITES


  • Monitoring Plant Health: Observe and assess plant conditions daily for signs of stress, disease, pests, or nutrient deficiencies, and report findings to the Cultivation Lead
  • Nutrient Management: Apply appropriate nutrient solutions based on growth stage and plant requirements
  • Sanitation Practices: Maintain sterile workspaces and tools to prevent contamination and disease transmission
  • Record Keeping: Accurately document propagation methods, growth stages, and environmental conditions for compliance and quality control
  • Regulatory Compliance: Adhere to all local, state, and federal cannabis cultivation regulations
  • Cloning Techniques: Execute precise cutting and propagation practices using rooting hormones and established cloning methods to propagate new plants
  • Additional Responsibilities: Perform other duties as assigned

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS


  • Must be 21 years of age or older
  • Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a State Registered Agent Card
  • Must have high school diploma or GED equivalent
  • Comfortable working in environments with high humidity, strong plant odors, and fluctuating temperatures
  • Ability to work safely at elevated heights, including climbing ladders and using hand tools as needed
  • Willingness to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) and to follow sanitation and safety standards

PREFERRED JOB REQUIREMENTS


  • 1 years of experience in commercial cultivation or commensurate experience
  • Strong knowledge of plant biology and flowering cycles
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills
  • Ability to take initiative and exercise sound judgment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS


1. Sitting


Occasionally


18. Lifting


2. Standing


Continuously


10 lbs. or less


Occasionally


3. Walking


Continuously


11 to 25 lbs.


Frequently


4. Bending Over


Continuously


26 to 50 lbs.


Occasionally


5. Crawling


Occasionally


51 to 75 lbs.


Not Applicable


6. Climbing


Occasionally


76 to 100 lbs.


Not Applicable


7. Reaching Overhead


Frequently


Over 100 lbs.


Not Applicable


8. Crouching


Frequently


19. Carrying


9. Kneeling


Frequently


10 lbs. or less


Continuously


10. Balancing


Occasionally


11 to 25 lbs.


Frequently


11. Pushing or pulling


Frequently


26 to 50 lbs.


Occasionally


12. Talking


Continuously


51 to 75 lbs.


Not Applicable


13. Repetitive use of hands/arms


Continuously


76 to 100 lbs.


Not Applicable


14. Repetitive use of legs


Continuously


Over 100 lbs.


Not Applicable


15. Grasping


Continuously


20. Hearing


Continuously


16. Eye/Hand Coordination


Continuously


21. Visual Acuity


Continuously


17. Fine Manipulation


Frequently


22. Subject to Noise


Continuously


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 patients’ 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.


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