Cultivation Agent

PTS Corp • Canton, OH

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cultivation Agent provides on-site cultivation support for one or more cannabis gardens, following state regulations and PTS Corp standards. The role completes tasks assigned by the Cultivation Team Lead to monitor and maintain plant production and health, including daily plant care and cultivation activities. The agent also maintains clean and organized workspaces, follows quality-control measures, and adheres to biological security protocols to help prevent contamination.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old and able to pass a background check to obtain a Department of Agriculture Agent Card.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 2 years of experience in a general production or manufacturing position.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective time-management skills and ability to multitask.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment.
• Positive and professional attitude.
• Ability to work well with others as a team player.
• Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Horticulture, Plant Science, or Cannabis Production.
• At least 2 years of experience in general cannabis cultivation, commercial production gardening, or an agricultural setting.

Responsibilities

• Learn and follow company agricultural practices.
• Follow daily compliance requirements, including state regulations, security protocols, and company SOPs.
• Perform daily plant care, including watering, pruning, defoliating, de-fanning, and trimming.
• Transplant, pot, trellis, net, and train plants, and perform other cultivation activities as needed.
• Cut, root, and transplant clones; provide clone care, watering, and feeding; and monitor clones and climate conditions.
• Monitor plant growth, health, and appearance in grow rooms, and inspect plants for pests or disease.
• Report insect, pest, or mold issues to management.
• Document and record nutrients and other substances applied to plants.
• Maintain organization, cleanliness, and efficiency in production areas.
• Maintain and calibrate tools and equipment as needed.
• Perform general cleaning, including scrubbing and sanitizing trays and tools and cleaning growing equipment such as light reflectors and ventilation equipment.
• Sanitize rooms after harvest according to best practices.
• Follow biological security protocols to help prevent contamination.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance for full-time employees, with 30% employee responsibility and 70% employer responsibility.
• Dental and vision insurance for full-time employees, with 100% employee responsibility.
• Paid time off accruals for full-time employees.
• Paid holidays for full-time employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED