Cannabis Cultivation Technician

Verona Collective; Town of Verona (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Verona Collective in Verona, NY is seeking Cannabis Cultivation Technicians to join our 50,000-square-foot grow facility, supporting cloning, transplanting, watering, feeding, and pest control. You will help maintain plants through vegetative and flowering stages and cross-train across cultivation departments.

You should be a team player with strong communication, able to stand long shifts, lift up to 50 pounds, and follow GMP and safety guidelines to ensure high-quality yields.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years or older and able to work in a team.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to follow GMP, safety & compliance guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Transplanting and defoliating.
• Scouting for disease or pests.
• Prepare room for harvest and harvest plants.
• Defoliate and break plants into smaller pieces.
• Hang plants on dry rack and clean rooms between harvests.
• Maintain plant tables and pots; report issues to management.
• Follow area safety requirements and PPE rules.
• Maintain accurate records as directed by leads.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Physical stamina

Job description

We are currently seeking Cannabis Cultivation Technicians to join our team at the Oneida Indian Nation's 50,000-square-foot cannabis grow facility in Verona, NY supporting cloning, which includes cutting, rooting, transplanting, watering, and feeding plants. Cultivation techs will also conduct pest and disease control to make sure plants are always in prime condition. They will ensure that correct care is given to the plants during their vegetative and flowering phase. Cultivation techs will have the opportunity to help out in all areas of cultivation and cross-train in all applicable departments. Individuals should possess a positive attitude and work well within a team environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Transplanting and defoliating
• Scouting for disease or potential insects
• Prepare room for harvest
• Harvest and take down plants
• Defoliate and break plants into smaller pieces
• Hang plants on dry rack
• Clean both dry and flower rooms in between harvest
• Sweeping, mopping and all other required cleaning
• Maintenance and cleaning of the plant tables
• Maintenance of the plant pots
• Reporting any issues to management to ensure a timely fixli>
• Be aware of hazards in the workspace
• Retain and understand department specific training
• Report safety incidents/ concerns and comply with follow-up actions
• Be compliant with area safety requirements, state regulations and PPE requirements
• Follow GMP, biosecurity, sanitation or other quality and compliance requirements
• Perform record keeping accurately and completely as directed by a lead or supervisor
• Maintain and calibrate tools, equipment and machinery as directed by a lead or supervisor
• Report and *escalate* safety & quality concerns
• Any other tasks as assigned by Cultivation Manager or Leads

Additional Job Requirements:

• Must have excellent communication skills and be able to work with a diverse set of personalities and learning styles
• Must be 21 years or older
• Ability to work with a team
• Ability to stand on feet for up to 10 hours
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Who you are:

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, following directions from the Cultivation Manager and Leads and effectively supporting team members.
• Have the capacity to adapt to changing circumstances, handle setbacks, and maintain composure under pressure.
• Adaptability and resilience inspire confidence in the team and help navigate challenges effectively.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to maintain accurate records.

Located in Upstate New York, Verona Collective offers a diverse range of cannabis products ranging from flower to edibles, all of which are cultivated and produced entirely by the Oneida Indian Nation. Verona Collective is committed to meeting the highest standards for quality and exceptional service that have become hallmarks of the Oneida Indian Nation. Employees of Verona Collective will share the qualities of all of Oneida's nationally acclaimed, award-winning team: stellar work histories and an excellent track record of reliability, productivity, flexibility, and work ethic.