What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cannabis Spray Applicator position at Phat Panda?
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Cannabis Spray Applicator | Full-Time | Location: Spokane Valley, WA
Who Are We?
Founded in 2014, Phat Panda is where innovation meets passion, and cannabis culture thrives. We’re a leader in the industry with operations across California, Washington, and Massachusetts, and we’re proud to deliver high-quality, sustainably sourced products that our customers love.
We’re more than just cannabis—we're a community, a family, and a place where your growth matters as much as our plants.
Why Work for Us?
Joining Phat Panda means stepping into a culture that’s as vibrant and rewarding as our product lineup:
🍱 Catered Meals Monday–Thursday (local favs like Island Food Truck, Panda Express & Atilano’s)
🥯 Bagel/Donut Bar Mondays
🌱 Monthly Q&A Samples – Try what we grow!
💰 Quarterly Raises – Every full quarter of employment
🧠 Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 confidential mental health support
🕒 Consistent Weekly Schedules – Because work/life balance matters
🌴 40 Hours of PTO – Added after 6 months
💚 Full-Time Benefits – Medical, dental, vision, life, accident insurance
💲 $18.16/hour
🕒 Full-Time
Job Summary:
The IPM Technician is responsible for daily mixing and application of pest and disease control treatments to cannabis plants, ensuring a healthy, pest-free grow environment. This role follows all safety protocols, regulatory guidelines, and supports company standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Read and understand all labels for pesticides, fungicides, and biological controls.
Determine what, where, and when treatments are applied.
Mix and apply pesticides to plants and root zones in compliance with all regulations.
Maintain and clean sprayers, pumps, and other equipment.
Record and track all applications and ensure compliant chemical storage and disposal.
Wear proper PPE and maintain medical seal for respirator use.
Train and support new crew members.
Assist with R&D projects and complete other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Must be 21 years or older.
High school diploma or GED required.
At least 6 months of experience in cannabis propagation or growing.
Must obtain a Private Applicator License within 8 weeks of hire. Once obtained, there will a $1.00 increase to the hourly wage.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
MUST be clean shaven to allow for proper fitting of respirator or PPE.
Physical Requirements:
Regularly lift up to 50 lbs, perform repetitive hand tasks, walk, climb, stoop, and crouch.
Good vision (including color differentiation), ability to work in hot, humid, or brightly lit conditions.
Occasionally exposed to fumes, vapors, and toxic chemicals; must wear PPE.
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