Cultivation Technician

TerrAscend • Boonton, NJ

1d • $19 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

At TerrAscend, we don’t just grow cannabis — we grow possibility. Whether it's cultivating top-tier flower, supporting patients with trusted therapies, or crafting premium products for adult use, we’re here to elevate lives. As a trailblazer in the cannabis industry, our roots run deep and our sights are set high. If you're ready to shape the future of cannabis with a team that believes in quality, care, and community — let’s grow together. Our next Full-Time Cultivation Technician will be a key player in executing crop production tasks in a manner that follows the company’s Standard Operating Procedures for indoor cultivation. Cultivators carry out the day-to-day assignments and tasks associated with the Cannabis crop production cycle. To Be Blunt You will be challenged to work tactically to ensure complete and on time execution of production schedules. One minute you will be monitoring environmental factors that affect the plants. The next minute you will be record-keeping within the state-mandated electronic tracking system. And the next minute Harvesting the plants and sanitizing the grow rooms. Regardless of the task, it’s critical you have strong situational awareness and EQ as you’ll work within a diverse team in the organization. Where you’ll be planted This position will be on-site at our Boonton, NJ facility.

Requirements

• Self-motivated to learn and improve
• Able to work effectively
• Can maintain a positive attitude
• Ability to execute techniques accurately and consistently
• Good documentation, inventory, and organizational skills
• Ability to keep to a tight schedule
• Ability to maintain excellent punctuality and attendance
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required
• Applicant must meet all state requirements
• Able to push, pull, lift, or move a minimum of 50lbs
• Capable of sitting, standing kneeling, bending, squatting, and/or walking for extended periods of time
• Capable of using hands and fingers to touch, handle, feel and pick
• Ability to work with hazardous chemicals (butane, propane, etc.) following strict safety guidelines
• Utilize chemicals (such as bleach) to clean and maintain facility/equipment
• Must wear PPE (clothing protection), close-toed non-slip shoes, and optional ear/eye protection

Nice To Haves

• Horticulture experience preferred but not necessary

Responsibilities

• Propagation: cutting and sticking clones; clone care/maintenance, watering and feeding; monitoring and maintaining Clone Room and Mother Room environment; ensure proper labeling and inventory tracking, reporting, and record-keeping within the state-mandated electronic tracking system.
• Monitor, review, and report on relevant environmental factors that affect plant growth – light, temperature, medium moisture, humidity, and overall plant nutrition to ensure conformity with quality control standards.
• Inspect crops to ascertain the existence of pests and disease and implement IPM (Integrated Pest Management) best practices as directed.
• Plant monitoring and care during vegetative and generative growth stages: transplanting, de-foliation, pruning, staking, and plant structure training; watering and feeding; monitoring climate control systems and pest/disease pressure; inventory data input within the state-mandated electronic tracking system.
• Harvesting: cutting down plants; breaking down harvested plants; de-foliating harvested plants; weighing and inventory data input into the state-mandated electronic tracking system; cleaning and sanitizing grow rooms; hanging/organizing harvested plants within the designated dry rooms; monitoring the drying/curing process and climate control systems.
• Preparation and packaging of all cannabis products will be expected during peak times, including processed products.
• Operating and maintaining cultivation systems/equipment: monitoring, calibrating, troubleshooting, running, and maintaining lighting, irrigation, and climate control systems; stocking, organizing, and handling production inputs, supplies, and materials; sanitizing and cleaning growing areas, cultivation workspaces, and tools.
• Ensure daily compliance with policies and procedures including but not limited to, state compliance, security and safety protocols, and standard operating procedures in all areas of production.
• Any other tasks assigned by Management.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans available for employees and their dependents.
• Mental Health & Wellness Support – Access to the AI-powered Sabender platform, confidential counseling and life coaching through PAS, nutrition coaching, and discounts at Husk Fitness.
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) – Generous PTO to support work–life balance (availability may vary by state—ask your recruiter for details).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for mental health, financial planning, legal matters, and more.
• Paid Parental Leave – Dedicated time to rest, recharge, and care for your growing family.
• 401(k) with Company Match – Save for the future with a 4% company match and immediate vesting.
• Pet Insurance – Affordable coverage options to keep your pets healthy.
• Employee Discounts – Exclusive savings at any of TerrAscend’s 39+ dispensary locations.
• Recognition Program – Earn points through peer-to-peer recognition and redeem for Amazon rewards or gift cards.
• Disability & Life Insurance – Company-paid protection for life’s unexpected moments.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees