Cultivation Technician III - Propagation

PharmaCann•Hamptonburgh, NY

About The Position

The Cultivation Technician III - Propagation is responsible for the proper operation and continuous improvement of greenhouse nursery operations, including motherstock, vegetative growth size-ups, and clone care. The role conducts propagation trials, monitors nursery performance, maintains plant and inventory records, and helps ensure work follows cultivation and sanitation procedures. Under the direction of the Cultivation Manager, this position also coordinates, trains, and mentors Cultivation Technicians assigned to the nursery. The listed pay rate is $24.90 per hour. The position involves working on uneven and hard surfaces, standing or sitting for extended periods, bending and stooping, and working in an ambient-temperature environment. Weekend and holiday work is required on a rotating basis, and the role requires the ability to lift 50 pounds.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and 1–3 years of experience in a related field.
Must be at least 21 years old.
Proven ability to perform Cultivation Technician II responsibilities.
Proficiency in nursery tasks, including clone care, mother care, genetic holding, nursery-related NAV tasks and record keeping, and general nursery maintenance.
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
Initiative to learn new skills, successful conflict-resolution skills, ability to work in cross-functional teams, and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively.
Understanding of cultivation and greenhouse sanitation principles and ability to apply them practically.
Demonstrated computer software competency, including ERP systems and Google Suite.
Knowledge and understanding of cannabis regulations for the local market.
Successfully pass a post-offer pre-employment background check.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Good Agricultural Practices certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct research and trials within propagation, emphasizing continuous improvement of practices.
Lead and coordinate Cultivation Technicians during propagation operations and ensure SOP compliance and accurate record keeping.
Maintain accurate batch counts and records for clones, size-ups, and motherstock.
Monitor and ensure timely replacement of motherstock according to the established schedule and production demands.
Monitor propagation performance and implement changes or improvements as needed.
Assist with collecting plant-health data for reporting and ongoing greenhouse research and development.
Under the direction of the Cultivation Manager, maintain systems, including NAV, for tag and batch creation, inventory reconciliation, transplant, and other processes as needed.
Train and mentor technicians on standard nursery processes and operating procedures.
Perform management-assigned tasks safely and efficiently.
Apply cultivation SOPs and sanitation principles in the field and manage daily tasks according to SOPs.
With direction from the Cultivation Manager, plan, assign, and oversee the daily duties of Cultivation Technicians assigned to the nursery.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.