Cultivation Assistant

Nirvana Center Dispensaries • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

As a Cultivation Assistant at Nirvana Cannabis, you will play a key role in supporting the daily operations of our cultivation facility, helping to ensure high-quality cannabis production from propagation to harvest. This position requires strong attention to detail, physical stamina, and the ability to work effectively in a highly regulated and fast-paced environment.
Cultivation Assistants are responsible for assisting with plant care at every stage of the growth cycle, maintaining cleanliness and compliance standards, and working as part of a team to meet production goals. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for horticulture, a willingness to learn, and a strong work ethic.

Requirements

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or similar platforms
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow SOPs precisely
• Ability to work under pressure and meet time-sensitive deadlines
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
• Willingness to receive and apply feedback
• Dependable, punctual, and adaptable in a dynamic environment
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Ability to stand, walk, and bend for extended periods
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds regularly
• Comfortable working in environments with varying temperatures, humidity, and lighting conditions

Nice To Haves

• Previous cannabis cultivation, agriculture, or horticulture experience preferred but not required
• Familiarity with compliance standards or seed-to-sale software is a plus

Responsibilities

• Perform plant and crop maintenance following standard operating procedures, including cloning, transplanting, feeding, pruning, pest management, harvesting, trimming, and curing
• Maintain a clean and sanitary cultivation environment by properly removing and disposing of cannabis waste and cleaning tools and grow rooms daily
• Assist with environmental monitoring, pest management procedures, and record-keeping to ensure plant health and regulatory compliance
• Support data collection to track plant growth, soil conditions, environmental controls, and seed-to-sale software inputs
• Meet productivity expectations and assigned performance goals
• Learn and consistently apply all cultivation SOPs, safety guidelines, and sanitation protocols
• Collaborate with team members to meet daily and weekly production goals
• Apply pesticides or pest control treatments in accordance with state regulations and internal safety protocols
• Perform additional cultivation-related tasks as directed by management in a safe and efficient manner
• Use basic office technology and software for data entry, reporting, and communication

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees