Cultivation Technician

Cultivation Technician

Reports to: Facility Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Location: Alachua, FL

Pay Range: $16.00/HR

Role Purpose: Support the cultivation team by providing hands-on care for cannabis plants throughout the entire growth cycle, ensuring healthy, high-quality plants while maintaining compliance with company and state regulations.

Reporting Structure: Reports directly to the Facility Manager and works closely with other Cultivation Manager, Cultivation Technicians and cultivation leadership.

Company/Department Fit: This position supports the Cultivation Department by contributing to efficient plant production, maintaining quality standards, and helping ensure a consistent supply of cannabis products for downstream processing and retail operations.

Scope of Responsibility: Individual contributor position with no direct supervisory responsibilities. Works collaboratively as part of the cultivation team to achieve production goals.

Success Metrics: Success is measured by consistently completing assigned cultivation tasks on time, maintaining plant health and quality, accurately documenting production activities, following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), maintaining compliance with state regulations, and contributing to overall cultivation yields and facility cleanliness.

Responsibilities: Daily tasks include performing pruning, defoliation, trimming, cloning, transplanting, watering, fertilizing, and plant support throughout the cannabis growth cycle. Monitor plant health and identify signs of pests, disease, nutrient deficiencies, or environmental stress. Record plant growth, production data, and environmental conditions accurately. Assist with harvesting, post-harvest processing, and movement of plants. Maintain a clean, sanitized, organized, and inspection-ready cultivation facility. Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), safety protocols, and state regulatory requirements. Assist with inventory counts, sanitation projects, and other cultivation duties as assigned.

Goals: Maintain healthy, high-quality cannabis plants throughout each stage of cultivation. Complete daily production tasks accurately and on schedule. Meet cultivation production timelines while minimizing plant loss and waste. Ensure compliance with all company policies, cultivation standards, and state regulations. Contribute to a safe, efficient, and productive cultivation environment.

Team rules: Collaborate with Cultivation Technicians, Leads, Supervisors, and the Cultivation Manager to achieve production goals. Support other cultivation departments as operational needs require. Report directly to the Facility Manager. This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Tools used: Environmental monitoring systems. Irrigation and fertigation equipment. Trimming and harvesting tools. Scales, carts, ladders, and other cultivation equipment. Inventory tracking systems and cultivation documentation logs. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.

What Success Looks Like - Metrics: Plants are maintained according to cultivation standards with minimal quality issues. Daily assignments are completed accurately and on schedule. Cultivation rooms remain clean, organized, and inspection-ready. Production data is recorded accurately and consistently. SOPs and compliance requirements are followed without deviation. Strong attendance, reliability, and teamwork contribute to meeting cultivation production goals.

Qualifications: Education Requirements: High school diploma or GED required. Work Experience: 1–3 years of experience in cannabis cultivation, horticulture, agriculture, greenhouse operations, manufacturing, or similar production environments preferred. Experience working with cannabis plant growth cycles is preferred but not required. Hard Skills: Basic understanding of plant care and cultivation techniques. Ability to accurately follow written procedures and work instructions. Ability to record production information accurately. Ability to safely operate basic cultivation tools and equipment. Soft Skills: Strong attention to detail. Dependable and self-motivated. Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Strong communication and organizational skills. Positive attitude with willingness to learn. Certifications & License: Must be at least 21 years of age. Must be able to pass OMMU background check Horticulture or agricultural training is a plus but not required.

Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods. Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination sufficient for detailed plant work. Ability to work around pollen, dust, raw plant materials, and cultivation equipment. Visual acuity necessary to identify plant health concerns and quality issues.

Work Environment: Work is performed inside a regulated cannabis cultivation facility. Regular exposure to humidity, temperature fluctuations, grow lighting systems, and plant materials. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required depending on assigned tasks. Fast-paced production environment with strict compliance and sanitation standards.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Mint Cannabis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.