Cultivation Specialist

About the Role

At Green Thumb Industries, we're seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Cultivation Technician to join our team. As a key member of our cultivation team, you will be responsible for providing expert care and maintenance to our cannabis plants, ensuring they thrive in a controlled environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plant Life Cycle Management
  • Topping and bottoming plants to promote healthy growth
  • Transplanting and defoliating plants to optimize yields
  • Tending to various growing mediums to maintain optimal conditions
  • Scouting for diseases and pests to prevent infestations
  • Training plants to maximize growth and productivity
• Harvest and Processing
  • Preparing the harvest room for collection
  • Harvesting and processing plants to ensure high-quality products
  • Defoliating and breaking down plants into smaller pieces
  • Hanging plants on dry racks for curing
  • Cleaning the dry and flower rooms between harvests
• Sanitation and Maintenance
  • Sweeping, mopping, and cleaning the cultivation area
  • Cleaning plant housing devices and equipment
  • Maintaining plant tables and pots
  • Reporting any issues or concerns to management
• Safety and Compliance
  • Identifying and mitigating hazards in the workspace
  • Retaining and understanding department-specific training
  • Reporting safety incidents and concerns
  • Complying with area safety requirements, state regulations, and PPE guidelines
  • Following GMP, biosecurity, and sanitation protocols

Working Conditions

• Performing physical tasks such as reaching, grasping, bending, and lifting
• Working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with varying temperatures and humidity levels
• Ability to work at heights using catwalk platforms, ladders, and scaffolds
• Exposure to allergens such as cannabis, tree nuts, and coconut oil

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or certifications preferred
• Minimum age requirement of 21 years
• Valid state ID and ability to obtain state badging requirements