Cultivation Associate

Join High Falls Canna — a growing, mission-driven sun-grown cannabis producer in the Hudson Valley — and help cultivate premium, wellness-focused flower from seed to cure. Working here means hands-on, seasonal variety, close teamwork, and the chance to grow with a brand that values sustainable outdoor cultivation and careful post-harvest craft. As a Cultivation Associate you will execute daily plant care and production tasks across the grow cycle: propagation, transplanting, feeding, pruning, integrated pest management, harvest and post-harvest handling (drying, curing, trimming). You will follow SOPs, keep accurate production records, maintain clean and compliant grow spaces, operate basic cultivation equipment, and support continuous improvement of our sun-grown processes.

Salary

$18 - $20 USD per hour

Required Skills

- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Ability to follow written SOPs and verbal directions precisely and reliably
- Experience or demonstrable aptitude for basic horticultural tasks (watering, transplanting, pruning, defoliation)
- Strong attention to detail for plant health monitoring, recordkeeping, and quality control
- Comfortable performing physical labor: standing, bending, kneeling, and lifting up to 50 lbs for extended shifts
- Ability to work outdoors and in greenhouse/grow-room conditions with changing temperatures and humidity
- Reliable attendance, punctuality, and ability to work a flexible schedule during peak production periods (including early mornings and occasional weekends)
- Good communication and teamwork skills; ability to take feedback and work collaboratively in a small crew
- Basic tool and equipment care skills and commitment to sanitation and workplace safety
- Willingness to pass any required background checks and pre-employment screenings

Desired Skills

- Previous cultivation experience in sun-grown or outdoor cannabis, hemp, or other specialty crops
- Familiarity with integrated pest management (IPM) practices and biological controls
- Experience with post-harvest processes: drying, curing, trimming, and basic packaging
- Knowledge of state cannabis compliance and seed-to-sale inventory systems (e.g., METRC or similar)
- Coursework or degree in horticulture, plant science, agronomy, or related field
- Experience operating small farm equipment (pumps, mixers, dehumidifiers) and basic maintenance skills
- Passion for sustainable and organic growing practices, soil health, and regenerative agriculture
- Previous experience in a small, fast-paced team environment with multi-task responsibilities

About High Falls Canna

Located 90 miles north of NYC in the Hudson Valley not far from the town of New Paltz, High Falls Canna & High Falls Hemp grow cannabis in the sun and develop modern wellness and adult use products

Our Hudson Valley Sun Grown cannabis lives in a field open to sunlight from daybreak to sunset, because we believe in the full spectrum of sunlight in developing the natural powers of cannabis flower.

Our products begin with sun grown cannabis. From the hemp crop that became our first CBD line, we've carefully curated a range of holistic products to complement mind and body wellness. Blending essential oils and extracts that enhance the powerful entourage effects of cannabinoids & terpenes, our goal is always to bring out the best in the flower. But we grow what we love, and that's why however sophisticated our products become, we'll always handle our buds gently, cure them carefully and share only the best with our friends and partners.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• PTO and Sick Time
• Employee Discounts
• On the Job Training
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Hands On Industry Experience

Equal opportunity employer

High Falls Canna is an Equal Opportunity Employer.