Full-Time Cultivation Technician

Ilera Holistic Healthcare; Baker (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Ilera Holistic Healthcare in Baker, LA is seeking a Cultivation Technician to maintain cannabis plants according to SOPs, including watering, pruning and transplanting.

You will follow safety and LDH regulations, assist the Cultivation Manager, keep the facility clean per SOPs, and document daily tasks. Must be able to lift 50 lbs and work 8:00AM-4:30PM, Tue–Sat or Sun–Thu shift rotations.

Qualifications

• High attention to detail and self-motivation.
• Strong mathematical skills for unit measurements.
• Able to work autonomously with little supervision.
• Maintain a positive attitude and communicate in English.
• Proficient with basic computer programs (word processing, spreadsheets, email).
• Read and apply information from manuals and data sheets.
• 21+ years of age and compliant with regulations.
• Bachelor's in horticulture preferred or 3+ years of horticulture experience.

Responsibilities

• Follows safety procedures and protocols.
• Maintenance and pruning of plants.
• Work with Cultivation Manager to ensure proper care of the plants.
• Ensures housekeeping and cleaning per SOPs.
• Adheres to LDH labeling, tagging and daily tracking charts.
• Follows LDH security protocols and mandates.
• Able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Capable of sitting, standing, bending, squatting, and walking for long hours.
• Communicates effectively with team members.
• Performs other duties as needed/required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Mathematical skills

Autonomous work

Positive attitude

English communication

Reading manuals

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree in Horticulture or Plant Sciences preferred

3+ years verifiable horticulture experience in lieu of a degree

Minimum 21 years of age

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheet applications

Email

Database management

Job description

Position Description:

The position of Cultivation Technician will play a crucial role in the cultivation and maintenance of cannabis plants. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure plant maintenance tasks/ cleanings are done according to Ilera's SOPs. Perform daily tasks related to plant care, including watering, pruning, and transplanting cannabis plants.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Follows and adheres to all Safety procedures and protocols
• Maintenance and pruning of plants
• Working with the Cultivation Manager and supervisors to ensure proper care of the plants
• Ensures proper housekeeping and cleaning practices are handled daily according to SOPs
• Adheres to regulatory requirements of LDH daily (e.g., labeling, tagging and daily tracking charts, etc.)
• Adheres to all security protocols and mandates of LDH
• Able to push, pull or lift a minimum of 50 lbs
• Capable of sitting, standing, bending, squatting and/or walking for long hours at a time
• Ensure good communication between team members
• Perform other duties as needed/or required

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• Exceptional attention to detail
• Self-motivated to learn and improve.
• Strong mathematical skills with ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide various units of measure.
• Able to work autonomously with little supervision
• Can maintain a positive attitude
• Proficient in computer programs including word processing, database management, spreadsheet applications, and e-mail.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, constantly changing, team environment.
• Effectively communicate in English, both written and verbal.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply information obtained from manuals, data sheets, or other documents.
• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Horticulture or Plant Sciences preferred (willing to accept 3+ years of verifiable work experience in horticulture in lieu of a degree)
• Applicants must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must be and remain compliant with all company regulations.

Position Shifts:

Tuesday - Saturday 8:00AM-4:30PM

Sunday - Thursday 8:00AM-4:30PM

This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Background Check Requirement:

As a condition of employment, a complete background investigation will be conducted based on the laws of Louisiana and the Louisiana Department of Health rules for therapeutic marijuana employment. This will include a criminal background check conducted by a third‑party as well as any additional background check which the state may request at their discretion.

EEO Statement:

At Ilera Holistic Healthcare, employees and applicants are evaluated based on their qualifications, skills, and ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. Ilera is committed to assuring equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants.

Ilera is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, gender, pregnancy or related medical conditions, age, national origin, or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, to include gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and gender identity, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and coworkers.

Disclaimer:

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The list of job responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, and the like is not exhaustive, rather it is illustrative of the current essential functions required for the position.