Cultivation Technician (Back Country Crew)

Job Description

Job Description

Company Overview:Smith Farms North is a vertically integrated microbusiness located in the heart of Minnesota's Northwoods. We cultivate premium flower and produce handcrafted solventless products under the Trail brand family, including Trail Joints, Trail Chews, and Trail Vapors. Our co-located retail storefront, Trailhead Cannabis Company, offers a rustic, welcoming consumer experience. Together, we're building a new standard in Minnesota cannabis: rooted in craft, guided by compliance, and shaped by the natural beauty of our surroundings.We're not a corporate machine. We're a small team doing meaningful work - blending agriculture, manufacturing, and retail into something exceptional. If you're passionate about plants, focused on precision, and ready to grow in a fast-moving environment, this might be the place for you.Position Overview:As a Cultivation Technician, you are the hands-on heart of the grow, responsible for executing the daily rhythms that keep our plants healthy, happy, and high-performing. From clone to cure, your work directly supports yield, quality, and the operational consistency needed to deliver small-batch excellence at scale.This role requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and a willingness to get your hands dirty while learning the science and craft of premium cannabis production.Responsibilities:Plant Care & EnvironmentWater, feed, transplant, trellis, defoliate, and prune plants across multiple life stagesMonitor environmental factors (light, humidity, temperature) and report anomaliesImplement IPM protocols (scouting, pest prevention, environmental sanitation)Maintain accurate records in our seed-to-sale system (METRC or equivalent)Compliance & RecordkeepingLog all plant activity by batch, room, and stage in real timeEnsure all cultivation activities meet state and company SOP requirementsAssist with batch tracking, plant movement, and label verificationFacility & EquipmentMaintain cleanliness and sanitation of cultivation rooms and toolsWash and sanitize irrigation lines, trays, shears, and surfacesEnsure equipment is pest-free and operational at all timesTeam ContributionAssist in harvest, drying, and post-harvest processing as neededSupport cross-training and pitch in during busy retail or processing daysCommunicate clearly with Cultivation Manager about issues or needsParticipate in ongoing learning, training, and improvementRequired Skills/AbilitiesHigh school diploma or GED required1+ years of experience in agriculture, horticulture, greenhouse work, or similar field preferred (but not required)Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand, squat, bend, or reach for extended periodsComfortable working in warm, humid environments with strict cleanliness standardsMust be 21+ years old and pass a background check as required by Minnesota OCMReliable, team-oriented, and eager to grow professionally