Cultivator - Nature's of Garden City

Nature's Herbs and Wellness / High Plainz Strains•Garden City, CO

1d•$16 - $16•Onsite

About The Position

Nature's Herbs & Wellness is hiring a full-time Cultivator at its Garden City facility in the Greeley area. This is an on-site role in an established commercial cannabis cultivation operation, offering practical experience in horticulture and agricultural production. The employee will care for cannabis plants throughout their growing cycle, from propagation and transplanting through plant maintenance and harvest, while developing skills in plant biology, nutrient management, environmental controls, and production practices. No previous cannabis cultivation experience is required; employees are trained in established procedures and can develop additional responsibilities as their skills improve. The work is physical and repetitive, and takes place largely on one's feet in warm, humid environments. Duties may include plant care, transplanting, pruning, room cleaning, and harvest preparation, all performed to production schedules and sanitation standards. The position requires extended standing and walking, frequent bending and reaching, repetitive hand movements, and lifting and carrying up to 80 pounds when required. Essential responsibilities must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation. The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 11:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., approximately 40 working hours per week. Occasional overtime or schedule adjustments may be necessary based on harvest schedules and operational needs. Starting pay is $16.00 per hour. Applicants must be at least 21 and have an active Colorado Marijuana Enforcement Division (MED) Employee License before beginning regulated cannabis work. An active license is preferred but not required at application; eligible candidates may obtain one before starting regulated work and are responsible for its costs and maintenance. Certain specialized duties, including pesticide application, require additional training and authorization.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old.
Must have an active Colorado Marijuana Enforcement Division (MED) Employee License before beginning regulated cannabis work; applicants may obtain the license before starting and are responsible for obtaining, maintaining, and paying for it.
Able to perform extended standing and walking, frequent bending and reaching, repetitive hand movements, and lift and carry up to 80 pounds when required.
Able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
Dependable, consistent, and serious about assigned responsibilities.
Able to follow detailed instructions and repeat processes accurately.
Attentive to plant health, cleanliness, and small changes.
Able to work efficiently without sacrificing quality.
Communicates problems and asks questions when necessary.
Works well with others and accepts constructive feedback.
Comfortable performing repetitive physical work.
Interested in learning practical and technical skills and comfortable working around cannabis.

Nice To Haves

Experience in cannabis cultivation, greenhouses, nurseries, agriculture, landscaping, irrigation, or other hands-on production environments.
Basic mechanical aptitude.
Comfort with measurements.
Interest in horticulture.
An active Colorado Marijuana Enforcement Division (MED) Employee License at the time of application.

Responsibilities

Propagate cannabis plants, prepare clones, and transplant young plants.
Prune, train, and maintain plants through vegetative and flowering stages.
Prepare nutrient solutions and assist with irrigation and feeding systems.
Monitor plant health, growing conditions, and environmental equipment.
Learn to identify signs of pests, disease, and nutrient deficiencies.
Support integrated pest management and approved plant-care procedures.
Assist with harvest, plant handling, and production transitions.
Clean and sanitize cultivation rooms, equipment, and work areas.
Maintain accurate cultivation records and follow established standard operating procedures.

Benefits

Medical insurance through Kaiser Permanente.
Dental insurance through Delta Dental.
Vision coverage through VSP.
Supplemental accident, illness, and gap coverage through Transamerica.
Colorado SecureSavings retirement program.
Paid sick leave.
PTO/vacation beginning after six months, increasing with tenure up to four weeks annually after five years.
Performance and wage reviews.
Opportunities to develop additional cultivation skills and responsibilities.
Occasional overtime opportunities when available.
Participation in the regular customer loyalty program, including 10% back in loyalty rewards on eligible purchases, subject to program terms and applicable law.