Cultivation Technician

POSITION SUMMARY

The Cultivation Technician provides care and support for plant cultivation through abiding by policies, procedures and

operational guidelines. This position is responsible for proper care of all plants while assuring quality to expected

company standards and ensuring a safe work enviornmment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Assist in all plant care from clone to harvest in indoor grow, watering, feeding, monitoring environment, etc., as needed
• Pruning
• Moving plants
• Tagging plants
• Cleaning and proper sanitation of all work areas as well as any tools used in trimming, curing, etc.
• Follow all rules and standard operating procedures (SOPs) and maintain safe and healthy work environment by following OSHA regulations, organization standards and legal regulations
• Keep good records and follow documentation practices including understanding and maintaining timecard and scheduling software
• Perform any other tasks assigned by management including general labor

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA) required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND/OR LICENSING/CERTIFICATION

• No experience required however 6 months experience in regulated cannabis cultivation is preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must be able to pass a background check

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

Personifies the Five Promises:

• Care
• Connect
• Inspire
• Be authentic
• Drive the business

Customer Focus – Knows the customer is always first; strives for high customer satisfaction; goes out of the way to be helpful and pleasant; manages difficult customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs.

Integrity – Supports Governance and Compliance programs and company code of conduct. Maintains confidentiality; inspires respect and trust; does the right thing; reports potentially unsafe conditions; takes responsibility for own actions.

Teamwork – Works well in group situations; supports everyone’s efforts to succeed; contributes to building a positive team environment; shares expertise with others; is consistently on time at work...

Communication – Balances listening and talking; speaks and writes clearly and accurately, influences others; communicates changes and progress; participates in meetings.

Respect for the individual – Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; educates others on the value of diversity; focuses on solving conflict, not blaming.

Data & process-driven decision making – Applies design principles; quality problem solving; develops alternate solutions; develops realistic action plans; develops strategies to achieve organizational goals.

Accountability – Takes ownership of work; does what is needed without being asked; follows through;

Takes responsibility for own actions; ensures work responsibility is covered when absent; observes safety and security procedures.

Continuous Improvement – Thinks of better ways to do things; understands the organization’s strengths and weaknesses; adapts to changes in work environment; ability to assess own strength and needs; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Stand

F (Frequently)

Lift/Carry

Walk

F (Frequently)

10 lbs or less

C (Constantly)

Sit

O (Occasionally)

11 lbs – 20 lbs

C (Constantly)

Reach/Outward

O (Occasionally)

21 lbs – 50 lbs

C (Constantly)

Reach Above Shoulder

O (Occasionally)

51 lbs – 100 lbs

O (Occasionally)

Climb (up to 8ft ladder)

F (Frequently)

Over 100 lbs

N (Not Applicable)

Crawl

N (Not Applicable)

Push/Pull

Squat and Kneel

O (Occasionally)

12 lbs or less

C (Constantly)

Bend

O (Occasionally)

13 lbs – 25 lbs

C (Constantly)

26 lbs – 40 lbs

C (Constantly)

41 lbs – 100 lbs

O (Occasionally)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The close visual focus required.
• This position requires the extended and repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers to cut and manipulate small objects.
• Must be able to handle organic matter daily, able to wear PPE as appropriate (eye, face, hand, arm, head, foot, body, fall protection), and able to be exposed to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions while wearing PPE
• Exposure to allergens and chemical pesticides in the grow facility or greenhouse
• Work environments that include exposure to, but not limited to, chemicals, fumes, dust, odors, extreme heat temperatures, heights, indoor AC, no AC, motion, noise, protective gear, vibrations, and water