Cultivation/Harvest Technician

FRX PA • Farrell, PA

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About The Position

Cultivation Technicians perform essential plant-care functions in the Cultivation Department under the guidance and supervision of department management, following department SOPs and the production schedule. Daily work includes feeding and watering plants according to schedules set by the Director of Cultivation, pruning, weighing and destroying waste and recording it, cleaning cultivation areas, cloning and planting, and caring for living soil beds. Technicians are expected to protect the garden by wearing fresh scrubs, keeping tools clean and organized, and carrying out feeding and plant-care tasks carefully and in accordance with company policies.

The role also involves facility maintenance and contributing to a healthy, compliant department environment. Work may include pesticide spraying in temperatures reaching 85–90 degrees. The position requires physical activity including lifting, pushing and pulling, frequent bending and reaching, climbing ladders, and standing for extended periods. Open availability is needed to meet business needs, apart from religious or disability considerations.

Requirements

• Ability to accurately perform garden functions as directed by the Cultivation Manager.
• Ability to lift 50 or more pounds safely.
• Ability to push or pull up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and reach for up to 90% of the workday.
• Ability to climb a ladder and carry 25 pounds up a 12-foot ladder.
• Ability to stand for up to 8–10 hours a day.
• Ability to work and spray pesticides in temperatures that can reach 85–90 degrees.
• Professional conduct and good common sense.
• Complete the 2-hour medical cannabis course required by the State of Pennsylvania during orientation.
• Complete orientation training covering proper cannabis handling and recordkeeping; anti-diversion training and the zero-tolerance policy; security procedures; medical emergency, fire, chemical spill, armed robbery/burglary, and criminal incident response and reporting; the Open Door Policy; and HIPAA.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screening.
• Be current on annual safety training within 30 days of hire.
• Complete PA Private Pesticide Applicator certification within 90 days of hire.
• Open availability to meet business needs, apart from religious or disability considerations.
• If hired, provide proof of authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in relevant trades, including horticulture or food handling.
• Ability to assist with electronic recordkeeping, such as MJ Freeway.

Responsibilities

• Perform plant-care tasks and facility maintenance as directed by the Team Lead and Director of Cultivation, including watering, measuring nutrients, pruning, and destroying waste.
• Maintain records of plant-care work and waste.
• Keep clothing and tools clean and well-organized.
• Contribute to a healthy and compliant atmosphere in the Cultivation Department.
• Clone and plant, care for living soil beds, and clean cultivation areas.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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