Cultivation Technician

Green Thumb•Homestead, FL

10d

About The Position

A Cultivation Technician provides care and maintenance for cannabis plants and is responsible for all aspects of plant growth. The role includes plant cultivation, harvesting, sanitation, and maintenance, while following safety, quality, and regulatory requirements. Employees must complete assigned record keeping and report safety, quality, or equipment concerns. The work takes place in a fast-paced environment and may involve extended periods in hot, humid conditions, working at heights, and exposure to allergens.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 21 years of age.
Valid state ID.
Ability to obtain and maintain state badging requirements, including a background check and state review.
Ability to perform reaching, grasping, bending, stooping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods while maintaining focus.
Ability to lift, carry, and balance up to 50 pounds, using extreme care and caution when working with product.
Ability to work for extended periods in environments exceeding 85 degrees and 70% humidity.
Ability and willingness to work at heights of 6–8 feet using catwalk platforms, ladders, platform ladders, and scaffolds.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment.
Ability to work with daily exposure to allergens, including cannabis, tree nuts, and coconut oil.
Follow workplace safety, compliance, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or certifications preferred.
Prior cannabis experience is not required.

Responsibilities

Top plants.
Bottom plants.
Transplant and defoliate plants.
Tend to different types of growing media.
Scout for disease and potential insects.
Train plants.
Adhere to the national grow model and standards.
Prepare rooms for harvest.
Harvest and take down plants.
Defoliate and break plants into smaller pieces.
Hang plants on dry racks.
Clean dry and flower rooms between harvests.
Sweep, mop, and complete other required cleaning.
Clean plant housing devices.
Maintain and clean plant tables.
Maintain plant pots.
Report issues to management to ensure timely fixes.
Remain aware of workplace hazards and retain and understand department-specific training.
Report safety incidents and concerns, and comply with follow-up actions.
Follow area safety requirements, state regulations, PPE requirements, and applicable GMP, biosecurity, sanitation, quality, and compliance requirements.
Complete records accurately and fully as directed by a lead or supervisor.
Maintain and calibrate tools, equipment, and machinery as directed by a lead or supervisor.
Report and escalate safety and quality concerns.