Cultivation Tech - Alachua
About The Position
The Cultivation Technician supports the cultivation team by providing hands-on care for cannabis plants throughout the full growth cycle. The role helps maintain healthy, high-quality plants, comply with company and state regulations, contribute to efficient plant production, maintain quality standards, and support a consistent supply of cannabis products for downstream processing and retail operations. The position is performed inside a regulated cannabis cultivation facility, in a fast-paced production environment with strict compliance and sanitation standards. Work involves regular exposure to humidity, temperature fluctuations, grow lighting systems, plant materials, pollen, dust, raw plant materials, and cultivation equipment. Personal protective equipment may be required depending on assigned tasks. The role has no supervisory responsibilities. The job description notes that duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Must be able to pass an OMMU background check.
- Basic understanding of plant care and cultivation techniques.
- Ability to accurately follow written procedures and work instructions.
- Ability to record production information accurately.
- Ability to safely operate basic cultivation tools and equipment.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Dependable and self-motivated.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.
- Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination sufficient for detailed plant work.
- Ability to work around pollen, dust, raw plant materials, and cultivation equipment.
- Visual acuity necessary to identify plant health concerns and quality issues.
Nice To Haves
- 1–3 years of experience in cannabis cultivation, horticulture, agriculture, greenhouse operations, manufacturing, or similar production environments preferred.
- Experience working with cannabis plant growth cycles is preferred but not required.
- Horticulture or agricultural training is a plus but not required.
Responsibilities
- Perform pruning, defoliation, trimming, cloning, transplanting, watering, fertilizing, and plant support throughout the cannabis growth cycle.
- Monitor plant health and identify signs of pests, disease, nutrient deficiencies, or environmental stress.
- Accurately record plant growth, production data, and environmental conditions.
- Assist with harvesting, post-harvest processing, and movement of plants.
- Maintain a clean, sanitized, organized, and inspection-ready cultivation facility.
- Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), safety protocols, and state regulatory requirements.
- Assist with inventory counts, sanitation projects, and other cultivation duties as assigned.
- Complete assigned cultivation tasks accurately and on schedule while contributing to plant health, quality, production goals, and facility cleanliness.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
