Cannabis Cultivation Technician — Precision Grower

Greenthumbindustries; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Green Thumb Industries in Paterson, New Jersey is seeking a Cultivation Technician to provide expert care and maintenance for cannabis plants. You will work hands-on with topping, transplanting, defoliating, and training, ensuring health and quality under strict safety guidelines.

This role emphasizes safety and compliance, GMP readiness, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced grow operation. Candidates must be at least 21 and able to obtain state badges where required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED; Associate degree or certifications preferred.
• Prior cannabis experience not required.

Responsibilities

• Care for cannabis plants including topping, transplanting, defoliating, and training.
• Prepare rooms for harvest and perform harvest-related tasks.
• Maintain sanitation and cleanliness of plant housing and work areas.
• Follow safety, GMP, biosecurity and compliance requirements.

Skills

Plant care

Pest & disease scouting

Training plants

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or certifications preferred

Job description

Green Thumb Industries in Paterson, New Jersey is seeking a Cultivation Technician to provide expert care and maintenance for cannabis plants. You will work hands-on with topping, transplanting, defoliating, and training, ensuring health and quality under strict safety guidelines.

This role emphasizes safety and compliance, GMP readiness, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced grow operation. Candidates must be at least 21 and able to obtain state badges where required.