Boonton Cannabis Cultivation Hiring Event - June 11th

TerrAscend • Boonton, NJ

11h • Onsite

About The Position

TerrAscend is seeking passionate, hard-working individuals to join their growing cultivation operations in Boonton as Full-Time Cultivation Technicians. This role is crucial in executing crop production tasks according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for indoor cannabis cultivation. Cultivators will be hands-on with all stages of the plant's life cycle, from clone to harvest, ensuring the highest quality standards. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside an experienced team and gain valuable skills for career advancement within the grow operation.

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.
• Employees are required to wear protective gear and have the option to wear eye and ear protection.
• Employees should be comfortable and capable of working under all of the above conditions.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in cultivation.
• Familiarity with state-mandated electronic tracking systems.

Responsibilities

• Support all stages of the cannabis growth cycle — propagation, vegetative, flowering, and harvesting.
• Monitor plant health and environmental factors (light, temperature, humidity, nutrition).
• Execute Integrated Pest Management (IPM) procedures and maintain plant cleanliness and care.
• Handle watering, pruning, defoliation, transplanting, and other daily cultivation duties.
• Maintain accurate inventory and tracking in the state-mandated electronic tracking system.
• Assist with post-harvest processing, packaging, and sanitation of cultivation areas.
• Operate and maintain irrigation, lighting, and climate systems.
• Uphold compliance, safety, and security standards in every task.

Benefits

• Competitive pay starting at $18.50/hour with annual merit increases.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans.
• Mental Health & Wellness Support (AI-powered Sabender platform, confidential counseling and life coaching through PAS, nutrition coaching, and discounts at Husk Fitness).
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid Parental Leave.
• 401(k) with Company Match (4% company match and immediate vesting).
• Pet Insurance.
• Employee Discounts at TerrAscend's dispensary locations.
• Recognition Program.
• Disability & Life Insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed