Cultivation Technician - MA

Ethos Cannabis; Fitchburg (MA); On-site; USD 25,485 - 29,618; Full time

Job summary

Ethos Cannabis in Fitchburg, Massachusetts is seeking a Cultivation Technician to assist with the daily functions of cannabis production. The role involves responsibilities such as environmental checks, cloning, and harvesting, prioritizing teamwork and communication. Candidates with a passion for cannabis cultivation are encouraged to apply, with no previous experience required.

This full-time position pays between $18.50 and $21.50 per hour and demands adaptability to work in various environments including cultivation rooms and retail dispensaries.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a commercial cannabis setting is beneficial but not necessary.
• Certification(s)/education in agricultural, horticultural, or botanical practices are beneficial but not necessary.
• Must be 21 years of age or older to apply.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental checks and ongoing observation.
• Perform cloning, transplanting, and pruning.
• Communicate effectively with others in cultivation.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong communication skills

Team player

Education

Education in agriculture, horticulture, or botany

Job description

Cultivation Technician, MA

Ethos Cannabis

Website: www.ethoscannabis.com

Company Overview

Ethos Cannabis is a multi‑state cannabis company with operations in the cultivation, processing and dispensing of cannabis in Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and Ohio. Our goal is to have a clear and compelling consumer‑centric vision focused on helping individuals feel and live better through their experiences with cannabis. Our mission is supported by our relationship with Jefferson Health, a leading academic medical center in the U.S., dedicated to collecting and analyzing valuable real‑world data and developing educational initiatives with a focus on patient outcomes and quality of life. Jefferson Health is our Academic Clinical Research Center partner for our vertically integrated operations in Pennsylvania.

Position Summary/Objective

Cultivation Technicians are responsible for assisting the managers in the day‑to‑day functions of the cultivation production areas, including the propagation, cultivation, and harvest of cannabis plants. Successful Cultivation Technicians are energetic, detail‑oriented, operational team players with strong communication skills and a can‑do attitude. By closely following the training and guidance from the Management Team, Cultivation Technicians take the daily actions that result in the success of our crops and the quality of our product. Additionally, minimizing miscommunications and taking seriously the concerns of other cultivation team members ensures a safe and responsible workplace. We are seeking a passionate, driven, detail‑oriented and collaborative Cultivation Technician to support the company's cultivation activities. The ideal candidate has the ability to adapt to our business model and is a collaborative team player but also a self‑starter. Previous cannabis cultivation experience is not required. Role reports to the Cultivation Manager.

Responsibilities

• Environmental checks & ongoing observation
• Cloning
• Transplanting
• Pruning
• Trellising
• Harvesting
• Correctly utilizing appropriate checklists, logs, process flow charts, and standard operating procedures
• Cleaning & sanitizing
• Keep work and break areas free of clutter and debris
• Ensure work uniforms are as clean as possible
• Communicate effectively with others in cultivation and other departments
• Other duties as needed
• Update any personal information for contact, payment, benefits, tax purposes, or similar contained in an employee's personnel file
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Preferred Experience, Education and Skills:

• Previous experience in a commercial cannabis setting is beneficial but not necessary
• Certification(s)/education in agricultural, horticultural, or botanical practices are beneficial but not necessary
• Education in agriculture, horticulture, or botany is beneficial but not necessary

Other Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age or older to apply
• Must comply with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry
• Ability to work weekends/holidays
• Ability to perform activities for up to 8 hours a day
• Extended time sitting, walking, bending, and reaching is possible
• Ability to lift and carry up to 55 pounds for a distance of 100 feet
• Must pass stringent background test requirements of Pennsylvania

Physical Environment Conditions

• Ability to perform essential job functions for extended periods (8–10 hours per day).
• Frequent activities may include sitting, walking, bending, climbing ladders, reaching, and frequent use of hands for handling, grasping, and repetitive motions.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 55 pounds over a distance of up to 100 feet.
• Work may involve exposure to cannabis odors, airborne particles, fertilizers, and high humidity in cultivation or processing areas.
• Job duties may be performed in retail dispensaries, cultivation rooms, or post‑harvest facilities, each with varied lighting and temperature conditions.

Compensation

• This position is classified as non‑exempt and is eligible for overtime pay.
• Pay range is $18.50 – $21.50 per hour.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Ethos Cannabis is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in the recruitment, selection, or advancement of employees on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, creed, age, religion, marital status, disability, political affiliation, or on any other basis prohibited by law.

Ethos is dedicated to creating an equal opportunity workplace and encourages women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with past drug convictions to apply. You must be 21 or older.

Employment opportunities shall be provided for applicants with disabilities, and reasonable accommodation(s) shall be made to meet the physical or mental limitations of qualified applicants or employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform any other job‑related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements, and reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.