What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cultivation Technician II position at The Botanist-Acreage Holdings?
Why The Botanist?
The Botanist is a subsidiary of Canopy USA, LLC, a leading vertically integrated, multi-state operator in the United States cannabis industry. With the transition of Acreage Holdings to Canopy USA, LLC in December 2024, Canopy USA, LLC is now positioned to consolidate operations across its three business units – Wana, Jetty, and Acreage – realizing synergies, cost savings, and supporting growth in state-legal markets across the U.S. Through coverage of key market segments including flower via Superflux, vape and concentrates via Jetty, edibles and beverages via Wana, and retail through The Botanist, Canopy USA, LLC is well positioned to accelerate growth with an emphasis on the Midwestern and Northeastern U.S. markets. As newly formed Canopy USA, LLC, we are building a stronger, more agile organization that will unlock greater opportunities across the growing US cannabis market.
Who you’ll work for: The Botanist
Our Culture:
Here at Canopy USA, LLC, we believe in people first. We value our people and encourage continuous opportunities to learn, develop, and grow. We pride ourselves in innovation and passion for the cannabis industry.
We are always looking for motivated people who share our vision to join our team. Think you have what it takes? Then come grow with us!
About the role:
- Execute and oversee daily feeding and care schedules, identifying and addressing inconsistencies or issues promptly.
- Lead by example in pruning and repotting crops, ensuring uniformity, accuracy, and adherence to best practices.
- Proactively monitor plants for pests, deficiencies, or irregularities and implement corrective measures in collaboration with the Cultivation Manager.
- Maintain detailed and accurate records of nutrient mixes, equipment maintenance, and crop-related activities while ensuring timely updates to leadership.
- Assist the Cultivation Manager in planning and coordinating inventory audits, reconciling discrepancies, and optimizing resource allocation.
- Serve as a liaison to the inventory and fulfillment department, ensuring seamless plant tracking and compliance with seed-to-sale requirements.
- Take ownership of maintaining and cleaning all cultivation department equipment and tools, including lights, reflectors, mixing tools, application tools, and ventilation equipment.
- Train Cultivation Technicians on proper calibration, operation, cleaning, and storage of critical tools, including pH, EC, and PPM meters.
- Proactively identify facility or equipment issues and escalate recommendations for repair or replacement to the Cultivation Manager.
- Serve as a role model for adherence to health, safety, and operational standards, ensuring proper handling of fertigation systems, environmental controls, and water distribution systems.
- Monitor compliance with SOPs and regulatory requirements, offering corrective guidance to Cultivation Technicians as needed.
- Support leadership in preparing for audits or inspections by ensuring all compliance documentation and facility conditions meet standards.
- Act as a mentor to Cultivation Technicians, providing guidance, support, and training to promote skill development, and consistency.
- Assist in the onboarding and training of new team members, ensuring they understand processes, expectations, and compliance standards.
- Perform additional responsibilities and other duties as assigned to support the overall success of the cultivation team and company objectives.
- High school diploma or equivalent – required
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in horticulture, botany, or a related field – required
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve plant health or equipment issues independently – required
- Exceptional attention to detail, with advanced organizational and time management skills.
- Proven ability to lead by example and work efficiently under pressure to meet deadlines.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to coach and guide colleagues.
- Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and fostering a positive, team-oriented environment.
- Must be of the minimum age requirement per Company policy.
- Ability to pass state mandated background check(s)
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
- Skilled in navigating and accurately utilizing the company’s seed-to-sale tracking software (where applicable).
Perks & Benefits:
- Full suite of medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid parental leave
- 401 (k)
- Paid Time Off
- Short Term and Long-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee life insurance and supplemental life
- Spouse and child life and AD&D
- Pet insurance
- FSA and HSA available
- Based on eligibility.
- Available to work the assigned daily schedule, with flexibility for mandatory overtime as required to meet business needs **
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
The Botanist is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or protected Veteran status. We appreciate your interest in The Botanist. If you need assistance with completing an online application due to a disability, please send a request to HRTeam@acreageholdings.com. Please be sure to include “Accommodation Request” in the subject line.