Cultivation Technician - Phoenix, United States - Shango

Shango

Verified Company

Phoenix, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

The True Harvest Difference:
We are a premium craft cannabis producer operating one of the largest indoor cannabis facilities in North America. True Harvest is passionate about growing only the best cannabis. We care about the health and well-being of our medical patients, our employees and our community.

At True Harvest, we take personal pride in blending the art and science of growing only the finest cannabis, with exceptional aroma, flavor and effects.

These qualities inspire our breeding efforts in search of the perfect combination of traits to deliver the absolute best cannabis experience.

All of our meticulous plant care effort is about bringing out the fullest expression of the plant's genetic potential.

Duties and Essential Functions:

Perform assigned tasks in the grow, such as: cloning, transplanting, feeding plants, defoliation, super cropping, topping, flushing, foliar, and preventative sprays, trimming, packaging, waste disposal, cleaning and inventory management.
Knowledge of soil growing methods including micronutrients, beneficial bacteria and nutrient implementation.
Working knowledge of container systems with soil and coco as well as understanding temperature and humidity manipulation.
Basic knowledge of strains sativa, indica and hybrids. Maintain knowledge of growth characteristics, nutrient needs, and environmental needs of individual strains.
Maintain a clean and organized work environment. Keep every tool or implement used in its appropriate place. Clean and sanitize all tools. Return items to where they belong, upon completion of a task.
Comply with all company policies including confidentiality and nondisclosure.
Adhere to OSHA standards, safety and protocols.
Don proper PPE in the cultivation space, at all times.
Able to wear a respirator, as needed, responsible for obtaining "fit tests" for respirators.
Any additional duties as determined by Management.

Other Associated Factors:

May need to lift, pull or push 50+ pounds and stand for long hours. May be required to lift boxes, plants, tools and various heavy implements.
Must be capable of sitting, squatting, standing, kneeling, bending, or walking throughout the work day and for extended periods of time.
Team oriented individual able to work under the direction of the Cultivation Manager and/or Leads.
Maintain clean, sanitary and organized work areas.
Self motivated and the ability to multitask.
Actively involved in Workplace Safety in a warehouse setting.
Maintain compliance with any and all legal or company policies or regulations.
Able to work in a fast paced environment and the flexibility to adapt to change as needed.
Ensure proper procedures are followed and takes steps to update any outdate procedures.
Ability to be flexible with schedule and hours of the day.
Ability to handle exposure to fertilizer, dusts, odors, high heat, low temperature, humidity, different noise levels, plant pathogens and other environmental variables.
Ability to use general tools, hardware, ladder and building skills.
Ability to deal with problems and resolve them in a professional manner.
At least 21 years of age and authorized to work in the US.
Reliable transportation.

Education and Experience:

Minimum High School or G.E.D equivalent required.
Must be able to obtain a Facility Agent Card
Bachelor's degree in horticulture, agriculture, or plant science field is desirable.
Prior nursery, landscaping, and/or agricultural experience is required.
Experience in the medical cannabis industry or other alternative healthcare organizations is highly desirable.
The job description defines the general requirements and level of work. The description is not a complete list of all required responsibilities, duties and skill requirements. Other responsibilities may be added and the job description may be changed at any time.

Starting pay:
$ $17.00 per hour based on knowledge and experience

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT:

It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and to administer all aspects and conditions of employment without regard to a protected class.

ADA:

Reasonable accommodation will be made for employees' sincerely held religious beliefs and disabilities when such accommodations do not cause an undue burden.