Fertigation Tech I

Renew Cannabis Co.; Trenton, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Company-paid life insurance

Short-term disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Justice Cannabis is seeking a Fertigation Technician to work with the Cultivation Manager and supervisors to oversee irrigation and fertigation across cultivation. This role may also involve hands-on work in the garden with Cultivation Technicians to support the irrigation plan.

The position offers a full-time schedule with a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental coverage, company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, EAP, generous PTO, and paid holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience in cannabis industry is desirable, but not required.
• Ability to prioritize safety practices and follow standard operating procedures.
• Ability to communicate fluently in English (verbal and written).

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses plants nutritional needs.
• Adheres to cultivation schedule set by the Cultivation Manager.
• Monitors soil moisture content and collects water samples for testing.
• Checks and balances EC & PH of stock tanks according to SOPs.
• Performs day-to-day plant hand watering.
• Works closely with the grow team to implement and maintain the irrigation/fertigation plan.
• Maintains sanitation standards in cultivation/grow rooms.
• Performs calibration of nutrient testing instruments.
• Cleans and sanitizes nutrient tanks, pumps, and filters as needed.
• Measures and mixes nutrients and plant applications and applies them per policy.
• Follows safety practices with fertigation equipment and environmental controls.
• Completes preventative maintenance and assists with repairs.
• Complies with product label safety procedures and uses PPE.
• Able to work variable shifts to meet business needs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Plant care

Safety oriented

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Fertigation Technician works in conjunction with the Cultivation Manager and supervisors to oversee and implement all irrigation and fertigation activities across cultivation. Fertigation Technicians may also be required to work in the garden with Cultivation Technicians and perform similar duties as needed.

Why work for Justice?
Because people matter here. Beyond a supportive, collaborative, people-first environment, Justice offers full-time team members receive a robust benefits package that may include medical and dental coverage, company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, an exceptional Employee Assistance Program (EAP), generous Paid Time Off (PTO), and paid holidays.

• medical and dental coverage
• company-paid life insurance
• short-term disability
• an exceptional Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• paid holidays

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Diagnosing plants nutritional needs
• Adheres to cultivation schedule set by the Cultivation Manager
• Monitor soil moisture content of the crop and obtain water samples for testing
• Check and balance EC & PH of stock tanks according to company standard operation procedures
• Conducts day-to-day plant hand watering
• Work closely with grow team to ensure the irrigation/fertigation plan is properly implemented and maintained
• Maintain sanitation standards in the cultivation/grow rooms
• Performs regular calibration of nutrient testing instruments
• Clean and sanitize nutrient tanks, pumps, filters as needed
• Responsible for measuring and mixing nutrients and plant applications and applying these mixtures according to Justice Grown policy
• Develops proficiency and follows safety practices with the operation of equipment, fertigation systems, environmental controls, water distribution systems, which includes performing preventative maintenance tasks; troubleshooting malfunctions; assisting with repairs.
• Comply with company and product label safety procedures and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Able to work variable shifts to meet business requirements
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience in cannabis industry is desirable, but not required
• Ability to prioritize safety practices and follow standard operating procedures
• Ability to take direction and complete daily tasks with minimal supervision
• Conduct oneself in a professional manner
• Communicate fluently in English (verbal and written)
• Ability to maintain product accurately and efficiently
• Ability to communicate with other staff and associates in all situations
• Ability to adhere to the highest customer service with staff and the public at all times
• Ability to perceive and meet the needs of team members and management
• Ability to maintain high standards in a fast paced, constantly evolving environment
• Punctual, professional, and able to communicate clearly with your managers and other staff
• Knowledgeable on strains, genetics, and cultivation practices
• Repetitive use of fine motor skills using scissors
• High level of efficiency, patience, and flexibility
• Must meet requirements for state affiliation
• The ability to identify cannabis varieties using visual and olfactory senses is highly desirable

EOE

Justice Cannabis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.