Cultivation Tech

High Caliber Organics Inc; California; On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

High Caliber Organics Inc in California is seeking a Cultivation Technician to care for plants through immature, vegetative and flowering stages, including cloning, pruning, transplanting, watering, feeding, and IPM. You will follow SOPs, maintain plant health, track inventory, and assist with post-harvest duties under supervision.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, clear communication, and the ability to work in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to communicate clearly and accurately.
• Must comply with state regulations and guidelines.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Energetic team player, willing to take direction and learn.
• Basic strain and plant structure knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Implement cultivation practices as indicated by supervisors.
• Maintain the health of immature, vegetative and flowering plants through observation and adherence to SOPs.
• Ensure accuracy of plant inventory, including strain names and plant tag numbers.
• Perform plant maintenance, feedings and irrigation events, and IPM according to a schedule and SOP.
• Ensure the grow facility is kept free of pests, viruses, or other diseases by PPE and biocontrols.
• Regularly sanitize tools, equipment, and production areas used in the grow.
• Apply pesticides safely, with training and instruction from Head of Cultivation.
• Check and record data daily including pesticide applications and scouting results.
• Observe and address issues with plants and equipment promptly.
• Break down and set up plant production areas after harvest.
• Demonstrate accuracy and traceability to uphold quality.
• Work efficiently to increase productivity and keep areas organized.
• Assist with post-harvest duties.

Skills

Plant care basics

Clear communication

Team player

Job description

Job Description

Cultivation Technicians report to department supervisors and are responsible for the care of plants during the immature, vegetative, and flowering stages. Cultivation Technicians will execute operations pertaining to plant care such as cloning, pruning, transplanting, watering, feeding, ensuring environmental control, and inspecting plants for signs of deficiency or infestation, as well as labeling and tracking plants using METRC tags.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement cultivation practices as indicated by supervisors.
• Maintain the health of immature, vegetative and flowering plants through observation and adherence to established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Ensure accuracy of plant inventory, including strain names and plant tag numbers.
• Perform plant maintenance, feedings and irrigation events, and Integrated Pest Management (IPM) according to a set schedule and SOP, as determined by the department lead.
• Ensure the grow facility is kept free of pests, viruses, or other diseases by preventing contamination through proper use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) and biological controls established within the cultivation SOPs.
• Regularly sanitize tools, equipment, and production areas used in the grow.
• Apply pesticides in a safe and effective manner, wearing appropriate PPE, and after ample training and instruction from the Head of Cultivation.
• Check and record accurate data daily, including but not limited to: pesticide applications, issues found when scouting plants, and any other items required by management.
• Observe and immediately address issues with plants and equipment.
• Break down and set up plant production areas after harvest, including: sweep all work areas, sanitize crop benches, wash down rooms, and prepare to transplant.
• Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness with regard to plant health and traceability, in order to uphold the company’s standard for quality.
• Work in a timely manner and strive to increase productivity through coordinated workflow and efficient systems.
• Maintain organization and sanitary conditions within the grow
• Assist with post-harvest duties.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to communicate clearly and accurately.
• Must comply with state regulations and guidelines.
• Ability to pass a background check required.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Energetic team player, willing to take direction and learn.
• Basic strain and plant structure knowledge.
• A combination of the above shall also be good.

Physical Requirements

• Long periods of prolonged standing.
• Ability to observe and assess material that deviates from established company.
• Some crouching or holding uncomfortable positions for extended periods of time; repetitive.
• Requires bending and lifting up to 50lb