Cultivation Technician

Under the supervision of the Cultivation Manager or department lead, the Cultivation Technician is responsible for performing manual labor to support the growth and maintenance of medicinal cannabis plants. This includes tasks such as watering, feeding, pruning, cloning, cleaning, and transplanting.

Attention to detail is essential in this role, as is the ability to follow strict protocols within a highly regulated environment. The ideal candidate will thrive in a team-oriented setting and demonstrate reliability, consistency, and a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in harvesting plant material on schedule, including drying and de-stemming.
• Tend to plants by watering, repotting, training, and moving plant material and green waste.
• Monitor plant health and report any conditions that may affect growth or development.
• Perform sanitation and decontamination tasks, including propagation, transplantation, trimming, and harvesting, with a focus on productivity and yield optimization.
• Scout for pests and other threats, identifying issues early to prevent crop damage.
• Wash, sanitize, and inspect all tools and equipment to ensure they are free from pests, viruses, and diseases.
• Accurately label plants and maintain consistent inventory records.
• Complete all required documentation with accurate and timely information.
• Support various cultivation tasks as needed, including assisting other departments (e.g., packaging), moving supplies, and working at alternate locations.
• Continue learning about cannabis strains, products, and industry trends during downtime.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Comply with all Massachusetts state cannabis regulations and company compliance standards.
• Demonstrate professionalism, ethical behavior, and a positive attitude while fostering strong team relationships.
• Work efficiently in a team environment, multitask, and adapt quickly to changing priorities.
• Take ownership of tasks, show initiative, and maintain high-quality work standards.
• Analyze and troubleshoot plant health or product issues with attention to detail.
• Adapt to changes in policies, procedures, and cultivation techniques as needed.

Key Competencies:

• Functional Acumen Consistently shows comprehensive knowledge, skills, and abilities in the functional area(s) for which they are responsible and understands the fit with overall business goals.
• Emotional Intelligence - Consistently executes the four (4) principles of EQ (i.e., self-awareness, social awareness, self-management, relationship management).
• Intellectual Agility: Consistently evaluates challenges and opportunities from a variety of angles, taking in multiple inputs, and arrives at reasonable business decisions.
• Collaborate - Consistently maintains effective teaming relationships with internal parties and, as applicable, external parties.
• Dependable - Can be consistently trusted to execute their job responsibilities on time and within scope, and meets or exceeds targeted business results.
• Upholds Company Values - Consistently role models and supports the execution of the Company's core values.

Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Basic understanding of cultivation, horticulture, or agriculture.
• Basic computer skills, including email, word processing, and spreadsheets.
• 1+ years of experience growing live goods. (preferred)
• Experience with a large-scale, indoor grow operation. (preferred)
• Familiarity with growing techniques such as germination, cloning, and transplantation. (a plus)
• Ability to work a flexible schedule , including days, nights, weekends, and holidays, based on departmental needs.
• Every job applicant must pass a comprehensive background check, including the mandates of the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission. A job offer issued before the completion of a background check shall be contingent upon a positive result. A negative background check result may result in the withdrawal of a job offer.

Working Conditions / Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift up to 65 pounds and repeatedly carry 1520 pounds across the warehouse or greenhouse.
• Ability to maneuver between growing tables spaced 24 inches apart .
• Capable of standing for extended periods and performing physical tasks such as kneeling, stooping, bending, and twisting in confined spaces.
• Comfortable working in hot, humid environments with exposure to dust, allergens, and water .
• Frequent and repetitive use of hands for tasks including pruning, transplanting, and equipment handling.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this job. The above is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.

TILT is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to DEI . All qualified job applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We are committed to fostering diversity and leveraging the value of diversity with equity and inclusion.

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