Cultivation Technician

Green Thumb Industries; Low Moor (VA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Green Thumb Industries in Virginia is seeking a Cultivation Technician to care for cannabis plants from germination to harvest with precision and care. The role involves topping, transplanting, pruning, scouting for pests, and maintaining grow rooms under strict safety and compliance standards.

You will work in a regulated environment, requiring adherence to PPE, state regulations, and company procedures. Must be 21+, have a valid state ID, and undergo a background check and state badge process.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; associate degree or certifications preferred.
• Prior cannabis experience not required.

Responsibilities

• Topping plants.
• Bottoming plants.
• Transplanting & Defoliating.
• Tending to grow media.
• Scouting for disease or potential insects.
• Training plants.
• Adhere to national grow model and standards.
• Harvesting/take down plants.
• Defoliate and break plants into smaller pieces.
• Hang plants on dry rack.
• Clean both dry and flower rooms in between harvests.
• Maintain and calibrate tools, equipment and machinery as directed by a lead or supervisor.
• Report safety & quality concerns and escalate as needed.

Education

High school diploma or GED; associate degree or certifications preferred

Job description

Does everything you touch turn green? If so, then GTI is looking for you! As a Cultivation Technician you will provide the expert care and maintenance needed to grow healthy, strong cannabis plants, and be responsible for all aspects of plant growth. Our ideal candidate is a self-motivated, positive individual who can think of no better way to spend the workday than potting, pruning, and tending to the health of our cannabis plants with the utmost care and precision. Cannabis is a heavily regulated industry; therefore, all employees are required to follow safety and compliance regulations.

Essential Functions

• Topping plants
• Bottoming plants
• Transplanting & Defoliating
• Tending to grow types of media
• Scouting for disease or potential insects
• Training plants
• Adhere to national grow model and standards
• Harvest/ take down plants
• Defoliate and break plants into smaller pieces
• Hang plants on dry rack
• Clean both dry and flower rooms in between harvests
• Sanitation:
• Sweeping, mopping and all other required cleaning
• Cleaning of the plant housing devices
• Maintenance and cleaning of the plant tables
• Maintenance of the plant pots
• Reporting any issues to management to ensure a timely fix

Safety & Compliance

• 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 escalat safety & quality concerns

Working Conditions

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to perform reaching, grasping, bending, stooping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions
• Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time while maintaining focus
• Must be able to lift, carry, and balance up to 50 pounds AND must be able to do so with extreme care and caution when working with product
• Must be able to work in an environment that is 85+ degrees and 70% humidity for extended periods
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment.
• Must be able and willing to work at heights 6ft-8ft high using catwalk platforms, ladders, platform ladders, and scaffolds.
• Work involves daily exposure to allergens (such as cannabis, tree nuts, and coconut oil).

Qualifications

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

Additional Requirements

• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
• Must possess valid state ID
• Must be able to obtain, and maintain, state badging requirements in order to work in in cannabis industry (requires background check and state review)

The pay range is competitive and based on experience, qualifications, and/or location of the role. Positions may be eligible for a discretionary annual incentive program driven by organization and individual performance.

Green Thumb Pay Range

$17.50 - $18 USD

Please note that although cannabis is legal under many state laws, it remains illegal under federal law. If you are a lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder), please be aware that employment in a cannabis company may carry immigration-related risks. We strongly encourage you to consult with an immigration attorney before applying or accepting any position. We are sharing this information to allow you to make an informed decision. This notice is provided for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Green Thumb does not inquire about or make employment decisions based on immigration status, except as required by law.

As set forth in Green Thumb’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

Although GTI is not a federal contractor and therefore, not under compliance mandates to report on the percentage of its workforce that is comprised of employees with disabilities or Veterans, we provide applicants and employees with a voluntary option to confidentially self-identify as a person with a disability or a Veteran as a part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion. Identifying yourself as a Veteran or individual with a disability is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so. Your answer will be maintained confidentially and not be seen by selecting officials or anyone else involved in making personnel decisions. Completing the form will not negatively impact you in any way, regardless of whether you have self-identified in the past.