Greenhouse Cannabis Cultivation Technician

TerrAscend; Boonton (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a rapidly growing company in the cannabis industry as a Greenhouse Cultivation Technician. This role is essential for executing crop production tasks and maintaining the health of cannabis plants. You'll be working in a dynamic environment, ensuring adherence to Standard Operating Procedures while cultivating high-quality products. The position offers a chance to be part of an innovative team dedicated to improving the lives of patients and customers through exceptional marijuana therapies. If you enjoy hands-on work and thrive in a team-oriented setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Employee Discount

Paid-Time-Off

Health, vision, and dental insurance

401k with 4% matching

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Short & Long Term Disability

Flexible Spending Account

Wellness Program

Qualifications

• Comfortable working in high humidity and temperature extremes.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain daily care of cannabis plants, including watering and pruning.
• Ensure proper labeling and documentation of plants.
• Communicate effectively with team members.

Skills

Horticulture experience

Good documentation skills

Strong verbal communication

Organizational skills

Ability to work under extreme temperatures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

At TerrAscend, we’re on a mission to elevate the lives of our patients and customers. We cultivate exceptional marijuana therapies for patients and high-quality products for legalized adult recreational use. As one of North America's largest and fastest-growing multi-state, vertically integrated cannabis operators, we’re at the forefront of innovation and excellence. Together we grow, shaping the future of cannabis. Join us on this exciting journey and be part of something extraordinary!

Sound like weed be a good fit? Here’s where you come in.

Our next Full-Time Greenhouse Cultivation Technician will be a key player in executing crop production tasks in a manner that follows the company’s Standard Operating Procedures for outdoor cultivation. Cultivators carry out the day-to-day assignments and tasks associated with the Cannabis crop production cycle.

Where you’ll be planted

This position will be on-site at our Boonton, NJ facility.

All benefits-eligible employees are provided the following benefits:

• Employee Discount (allemployees eligible)
• Paid-Time-Off (varies by State, please ask your Recruiter for more info)
• Health,vision, and dental insurance
• 98Point6 (remote primary care)
• 401k with 4% matching (100% vested immediately)
• Employee AssistanceProgram
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness Program

Environmental Factors:

• This position requires working in an environment that has a high amount of plant matter and pollen. Areas of the facility reach high/low temperatures with high humidity levels. Employees may have exposure to conditions such as dust, plant matter, and particles that affect the respiratory system, eyes, or skin, depending on department job assignments. Employees are required to wear protective gear and have the option to wear eye and ear protection. Certain areas of the facility use harsh chemicals for cleaning such as bleach and can have repetitive movements. Employees should be comfortable and capable of working under all of the above conditions.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to push, pull, lift, or move a minimum of 50lbs
• Capable of sitting, standing kneeling, bending, squatting, and/or walking for extended periods of time
• Capable of using hands and fingers to touch, handle, feel and pick
• Ability to work with hazardous chemicals (butane, propane, etc.) following strict safety guidelines
• Utilize chemicals (such as bleach) to clean and maintain facility/equipment
• Must wear PPE (clothing protection), close-toed non-slip shoes, and optional ear/eye protection

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Adhere to daily maintenance of all plants.
• Transplanting, watering & pruning of plants
• Verify labels are placed properly with coordinating plant
• 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
• Capable of working in humid, or hot conditions.
• Work all shifts as needed
• Ensure good communication between team members
• Perform other duties as needed/or required.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Comfortable working in an environment with extreme temperatures
• Self-motivated to learn and improve
• Able to work effectively
• Can maintain a positive attitude
• Horticulture experience preferred but not necessary
• Ability to execute techniques accurately and consistently
• Good documentation, inventory, and organizational skills
• Ability to keep to a tight schedule
• Ability to maintain excellent punctuality and attendance
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required
• Applicant must meet all state requirements

*** Background Check Requirement ***

As a condition of employment, a complete background investigation will be conducted based on the rules of the specific State in which the employee is hired. Typically, the state investigative process includes a state and federal background check.

EEO Statement

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

TerrAscend 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.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. E-Verify Works for Everyone For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS.

Esta Organización Participa en E-Verify.

Este empleador participa en E-Verify y proporcionará al gobierno federal la información de su Formulario I-9 para confirmar que usted está autorizado para trabajar en losEE.UU.. Si E-Verify no puede confirmar que usted está autorizado para trabajar, este empleador está requerido a darle instrucciones por escrito y una oportunidad de contactar al Departamento de Seguridad Nacional (DHS) o a la Administración del Seguro Social (SSA) para que pueda empezar a resolver el problema antes de que el empleador pueda tomar cualquier acción en su contra, incluyendo la terminación de su empleo. Los empleadores sólo pueden utilizar E-Verify una vez que usted haya aceptado una oferta de trabajo y completado el Formulario I-9. Para más información sobre E-Verify, o si usted cree que su empleador ha violado sus responsabilidades de E-Verify, por favor contacte a DHS.

Statement on External Recruiting Agencies

TerrAscend and all affiliates do not accept blind resume submissions from external recruiting agencies. No fee will be paid to agencies who submit candidates without being under contract for an active search with TerrAscend.