Cultivation Technician

3 weeks ago

Aztec, United States Maggie's Farm Full time
Description

BC Agriculture is looking for enthusiastic Farm Technicians to join our team- Experience Preferred, but not necessary - PTO/ Sick time and Medical/Vision/Dental Benefits available.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Cultivate plants from seed/clone to breakdown
  • Fulfilling all duties following all State, OSHA, and Company guidelines and policies
  • Be ready to work in all-weather to maintain plants, prepare the fields and buildings for planting, and learn our way of cultivating
  • Lifting 50lbs+ items consistently throughout your shift
  • Some other physical work, such as digging, planting, etc.
  • Follow all other directions given by the Cultivation Manager
  • Remain flexible and assist in other farm projects as needed
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience, Knowledge, & Skills)
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalency
  • Must be over the age of 21
  • Ability to work outdoors for 10 - 12 hrs a day in all weather and temperatures
  • Must have reliable transportation and currently live in New Mexico
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS
  • This role requires regular and on-time attendance
  • As an outdoor farm, temperatures can get over 100F and below freezing. Farm work is done in the rain, snow, and heat.
  • Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs consistently throughout your shift.
  • Ability to be on feet; standing, walking majority of shift
  • Use of hands, wrists, arms for long periods of time
  • Bending, lifting, squatting
  • Safe use of company provided tools and equipment
  • OT may be required for periods of time based on field demand
  • Standard schedule is Wednesday to Saturday and Sunday to Wednesday 6AM - 4:30PM
BENEFITS
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Company paid Life-Insurance and Long-Term Disability
  • Paid time off (PTO) accrual
  • Paid sick leave accrual