Cultivation Technician

Essential Employment Services • Uxbridge, MA

3d • $18 - $20

About The Position

The Cultivation Technician performs day-to-day cultivation activities at a cannabis cultivation facility to support the growth and development of high-quality cannabis plants. The role involves caring for plants, monitoring growing conditions, operating cultivation equipment, maintaining records and facility standards, and following applicable regulations and security protocols. No prior experience is required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment, including standing, bending, and lifting objects up to 50 pounds.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills for accurate recordkeeping and inventory management.
• Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify and resolve plant health issues.
• Willingness to comply with strict security and regulatory requirements.
• Good communication skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to push, pull, or lift a minimum of 50 pounds when relevant to job duties.
• Ability to sit, squat, stand, kneel, bend, or walk throughout the workday.
• Ability to work in front of a computer for extended periods based on job duties.
• Ability to safely use ladders and step stools.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular plant-care tasks, including watering, pruning, harvesting, and transplanting.
• Monitor and adjust temperature, humidity, lighting, and CO2 levels to optimize plant growth and yield.
• Follow plant nutrition feeding schedules and implement appropriate pest and disease control practices.
• Operate and maintain irrigation, lighting, environmental control, and nutrient mixing equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of cultivation activities, plant inventory, nutrient applications, and environmental conditions.
• Help maintain facility cleanliness, organization, and sanitation in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Identify and troubleshoot plant health issues, pests, and diseases, and apply appropriate corrective measures.
• Comply with state and local cannabis cultivation regulations, security protocols, and confidentiality requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED