Job Title: Cultivation Technician

Department: Cultivation

Reports to: Cultivation Manager

FLSA Status: Regular- Exempt

Salary: Negotiable

Location: Rochester, New York

ROLE SUMMARY:

Cultivation Technicians are responsible for the successful cultivation of cannabis while following all company guidelines. Successful candidates will have previous experience working in larger scale cultivation facilities.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform cloning, transplanting, feeding plants, defoliation, cropping, topping, flushing, foliar and preventative sprays, waste disposal, inspecting crops, and inventory management.
• Continue to develop an extensive knowledge base of successful Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies.
• Implement our existing, robust cultivation SOPs, and nutrient regiments.
• Operate heavy and light horticultural equipment and machinery.
• Track environmental factors and record data to provide to Bay Managers and Head Growers.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Perform water, media, and solution sampling and testing procedures.
• Adhere to industry standards and waste disposal procedures set forth by regulatory agencies.
• Aid in oversight of the completion of operations in a timely and efficient manner.
• Maintain accurate daily activity records and operation logs as directed using designated software.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and employees.
• Contribute to a fun, team-oriented, and challenging work environment in an innovative and pioneering atmosphere.
• All other duties assigned.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• 21 years of age or older.
• Knowledge of large-scale commercial plant cultivation, including nutrient requirements, mediums, light requirements, temperature control, and air flow, etc.
• Knowledge of Horticulture equipment and coco irrigation systems.
• Capable of performing routine tasks and able to make equipment repairs or notify proper personnel when unable to.
• Ability to plan ahead, trouble-shoot, anticipate problems, and problem solve.
• Ability to learn new technologies.
• Able to follow directions and ask questions as needed.

ADDITIONAL MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Preferred knowledge of soil and hydroponic growing methods including micronutrients, beneficial bacteria, and nutrient implementation, as well as pH, PPM, and EC counts.
• Preferred knowledge of container systems with soil and hydro, as well as understanding temperature and humidity manipulation.
• Preferred knowledge of plant diseases, insects and fungi, as well as plant treatment options.
• Preferred experience in growing.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25lbs to a minimum height of 5 feet and able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet, with or without mechanical assistance
• Must be able to work seated/standing as appropriate at workstations for extended periods of time, maintain body equilibrium while climbing ladders, stairways, stopping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching, and use hands/fingers to hold, grasp, turn, pick, pinch frequently/constantly to complete tasks
• Must be able to handle organic matter daily, able to wear PPE as appropriate (eye, face, hand, arm, head, foot, body, fall protection), and able to be exposed to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions while wearing PPE (95 degrees or greater)
• Must have visual acuity with/without job aids to perform activities such as; reading, viewing a computer terminal, visual inspection involving small parts/details. Clarity of vision at 20 ft or more in day and night/dark conditions
• Must be able to speak and communicate verbally at conversation levels with co-workers, vendors, etc. (Moderate noise)

WORK SCHEDULE:

40 hours weekly with flexible hours depending on department needs. Must be available to work occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Equal Opportunity Employer Golden Bloom Pharms Supports a Drug Free Workplace