Cultivation Assistant

Nirvana Center Dispensaries; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Training & growth opportunities

Team-oriented environment

Job summary

Nirvana Cannabis is seeking a Cultivation Assistant to join our hands-on cultivation team in Arizona. This role supports all plant life cycle stages from propagation through harvest while upholding sanitation, compliance, and efficient facility operations.

The ideal candidate enjoys working with plants, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is committed to producing high-quality cannabis in compliance with state regulations. Flexible scheduling and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in cannabis cultivation preferred but not required.
• Passion for plant cultivation and willingness to learn production techniques.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow detailed procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all stages of cannabis cultivation from propagation to harvest.
• Perform daily plant care: watering, pruning, defoliation, trellising, and IPM.
• Monitor plant health and report pests, disease, or nutrient issues.
• Maintain clean cultivation rooms, tools and equipment.
• Assist with harvesting, trimming, weighing, and post-harvest prep.
• Record plant movements in seed-to-sale tracking system and company software.
• Follow cultivation protocols, safety procedures, and state regulations.
• Support inventory counts of plants and equipment.
• Assist with facility maintenance and special cultivation projects.
• Collaborate with cultivation, production, compliance, and inventory teams.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent and team work

Able to perform repetitive tasks

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Seed-to-sale tracking system

Company software

Job description

Join the Nirvana Cannabis Team as Cultivation Assistant

Ready to be part of one of the fastest-growing industries in the country? At Nirvana Cannabis, we're not just selling products-we're creating meaningful customer experiences, educating our community, and helping shape the future of cannabis retail.

As a family-owned and operated company, we take pride in building a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive environment for both our customers and our team. We celebrate individuality and the unique strengths each person brings, and we're dedicated to helping our staff develop a strong foundation for long-term success in the cannabis industry.

We are seeking a motivated, dependable, and detail-oriented Cultivation Assistant to join our cannabis cultivation team. This hands-on position supports all aspects of the plant life cycle, from propagation through harvest, while helping maintain a clean, compliant, and efficient cultivation facility.

The ideal candidate enjoys working with plants, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is committed to producing high-quality cannabis while following strict cultivation and regulatory standards.

Position Summary

The Cultivation Assistant supports the cultivation team with daily plant care, facility sanitation, environmental monitoring, and harvest preparation. This role helps ensure healthy plant growth, accurate recordkeeping, and compliance with all state cannabis regulations and company standard operating procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with all stages of cannabis cultivation, including propagation, transplanting, vegetative growth, flowering, harvesting, drying, and curing.
• Perform daily plant care activities such as watering, pruning, defoliation, trellising, staking, and integrated pest management (IPM) practices.
• Monitor plant health and report signs of pests, disease, nutrient deficiencies, or environmental concerns.
• Maintain clean and organized cultivation rooms, workspaces, tools, and equipment in accordance with sanitation standards.
• Assist with harvesting, trimming, weighing, and preparing cannabis for post-harvest processing.
• Record plant movements and cultivation activities in the state's seed-to-sale tracking system and company software.
• Follow all cultivation protocols, workplace safety procedures, and state cannabis regulations.
• Support inventory counts of plants, cultivation supplies, and equipment.
• Assist with facility maintenance and special cultivation projects as assigned.
• Work collaboratively with cultivation, production, compliance, and inventory teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience in cannabis cultivation, commercial agriculture, greenhouse operations, horticulture, landscaping, or plant care is preferred but not required.
• Passion for plant cultivation and a willingness to learn cannabis production techniques.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow detailed procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable performing repetitive tasks while maintaining quality and consistency.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand, bend, kneel, and work in varying environmental conditions for extended periods.
• Flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays as needed.
• Must meet all state requirements to work in a licensed cannabis cultivation facility.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits (where applicable)
• Paid time off
• Employee discounts
• Paid training and opportunities to learn advanced cultivation techniques
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• A collaborative, safety-focused work environment

Why Nirvana Cannabis?

At Nirvana Cannabis, we believe in empowering our team, uplifting our community, and setting the standard for excellence in cannabis retail. We invest in training, value collaboration, and treat our employees like family.

If you're ready to begin your journey in the cannabis industry and be part of a team that truly cares, we'd love to hear from you.