Cultivation Technician 2

Vireo Health, Inc.; Otsego (MN); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive union benefits

Job summary

Vireo Health, Inc. in Otsego, Minnesota, is seeking a Cultivation Technician II to join our growing and dynamic team.

The ideal candidate will be driven, innovative, compassionate, and dedicated to high-quality medical cannabis production, including daily plant care, nutrition, disease control, and pest management under the Cultivation Manager. The role requires hands-on work in grow spaces, accurate record-keeping, and strict adherence to IPM and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of experience in horticulture, botany, or related field preferred.
• Knowledge of biology and chemistry related to plant growth and nutrition.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean, safe working environment inside grow spaces.
• Follow state regulations pertaining to cannabis cultivation.
• Record cultural practices and crop-related logs accurately.
• Monitor pests, diseases, and nutrient deficiencies daily.
• Calibrate and maintain dosing systems, pumps, and feedlines.
• Report issues to Cultivation Manager and Supervisors.

Skills

Horticulture experience

Biology & plant nutrition knowledge

MS Office proficiency

Strong communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Plant tracking software

Inventory systems

Job description

Who we are:

At Vireo, we’re growing something bigger than a business. With roughly 4,500 team members, over 1 million square feet of cultivation space, and more than 170 dispensaries across 10+ states, we’re one of the fastest-growing platforms in the industry. The best part is that we’re just getting started.

What sets us apart isn’t just our footprint. It’s our people. From cultivation and manufacturing to retail, corporate operations, and our expanding agribusiness ventures, every role here plays a real part in shaping where this industry goes next. We look for people with drive, a positive attitude, and a genuine desire to make a difference and in return, we offer real opportunities to grow, contribute, and make an impact.

We’re also proud to be one of the most diverse and inclusive workplaces in cannabis. Our culture is built on collaboration, respect, and continuous improvement. This shows in how we support each other, engage with our communities, and celebrate wins together.

If you’re ready to turn your passion into a career, we’d love to have you on the team. Let’s grow the future together.

What the role is about:

We are seeking an energetic and experienced Cultivation Technician II to join our growing and dynamic team! The ideal candidate will be driven, innovative, compassionate, believe in the goodness of people and cannabis, and enjoys the one team, one dream motto! The Cultivation Technician II be responsible for all cultivation technician duties in addition to being subject matter experts in plant health, including nutrition, disease control and prevention, pest control, and substrate monitoring providing daily care and focus attention necessary to produce clean, potent, safe medical cannabis for our patients. This position reports to the Cultivation Manager.

What impact you'll make:

• Assist in maintaining a clean and safe working environment inside the cultivation and surrounding areas.
• Follow all State mandated regulations pertaining to the cultivation of cannabis operations.
• Review and comply with all policies, procedures, instructions and checklists.
• Maintain accurate record of cultural practices, data collection, other crop-related logs as assigned by the Cultivation Manager and Supervisor.
• Proper usage, maintenance, and storage of all tools and equipment, including but not limited to shop vacuums, pumps, hoses, carts, pruners, scissors, stools, gloves, rags, and personal protective equipment.
• Develop working knowledge of all equipment within specified growspaces including but not limited to irrigation system/components, fan operation, reading of BMS and lighting equipment.
• General maintenance of the dosing systems, pumps, and feedlines
• Clean and maintain feedlines before and after the harvest
• Equipment calibration
• Communicate any equipment issues to cultivation leadership
• Responsible for daily inspections of plants to identify pests / disease / deficiencies / excesses, intersex traits, male flowers, abnormal growth, and report findings to Manager and Cultivation Managers. Including flagging and tagging affected plants.
• Daily plant substrate readings and measurements
• Implement daily mixing, feeding and care schedule as directed by Cultivation Manager and Supervisor
• Monitoring of the VWC and EC’s before and after the feeds
• Strict adherence to the IPM application schedule
• Execute all sprays, root drenches and any other pest disease control methods as directed by the cultivation manager
• Responsible for the daily care of crop cultural practices from seed to clone to harvest.
• May be subject to weekend shifts based on the needs of the business
• Assist in completion of secondary cultivation labor tasks at the direction of the Cultivation leads, Supervisors, and Managers

What you've accomplished:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1 year of experience in horticulture, botany, or related field preferred
• Knowledge of biology and chemistry related to plant growth and nutrition
• Knowledge of basic computer and office equipment operations (inventory systems; Word; Excel; office equipment such as copiers/telephone systems)
• Work history showing progressive responsibility, willingness to accept additional projects or challenges
• Weekend availability as needed
• Knowledge of plant tracking software
• Extended time standing, walking, bending, and reaching
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers
• Excellent computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel and Outlook) with the ability to maintain accurate records of reservoirs, equipment and other crop related logs assigned by the Cultivation Manager
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices
• Extended time standing, walking, bending, and reaching
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs for a distance of 100ft
• Occasional extended and repetitive use of arms, hands and fingers to cut and manipulate small objects
• Ability to maintain focus and attention to detail
• Absolute reliability and honesty

What we offer:

• Compensation: $20.98/hour
• Competitive union benefits offered

Why Choose Vireo?

Life’s too short to work somewhere that doesn’t ignite your passion. The cannabis industry is fast-paced, innovative, and full of opportunity—where science meets creativity, and wellness meets culture.

At Vireo Health, we’re pioneering the future of cannabis with a team that’s as dynamic as the industry itself. Here, you’ll find a workplace that’s collaborative, inclusive, and driven by HEART and purpose, where your work has a real impact on people’s lives.

Whether you’re cultivating the highest-quality plants, crafting cutting-edge products, or shaping unforgettable customer experiences, you’ll be part of something bigger. If you’re looking for a career that’s exciting, meaningful, and full of growth, let’s build the future of cannabis together.

A Growing Industry: Work at the leading tech company in the cannabis industry and help shape the future

Passionate Culture: Join a team that truly cares about the plant, the people, and the purpose behind what we do

Employee Perks: Enjoy competitive pay and benefits, paid time off and employee discounts

Making an Impact: We’re committed to education, sustainability, and giving back to the communities we serve.

Vireo Health, Inc. isan equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. www.vireohealth.com