Lead Cultivator & Mentor, Indoor Hydroponics

Homeboy-Industries; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Homeboy Harvest, the hydroponic farming arm of Homeboy Industries in Los Angeles, operates a cutting-edge indoor farm that grows greens with water-efficient systems and strict safety standards.

The Lead Cultivator role combines advanced agricultural science with hands-on leadership. You will mentor trainees, supervise daily cultivation activities, and ensure high-quality yields while maintaining compliance with safety regulations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a commercial CEA indoor farming environment, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
• Obsessive attention to sanitation, biosecurity, and organizational systems.
• Comfort working with agricultural sensors, automation dashboards, and farming software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee seeding, transplanting, and harvesting of leafy greens and herbs in a hydroponic setup.
• Manage storage, rotation, and inventory of harvested product.
• Monitor water chemistry and automated nutrient delivery systems to maintain optimal plant health.
• Maintain a sterile indoor grow space and enforce cleanliness protocols.
• Log environmental metrics, crop cycles, and yields to optimize efficiency.
• Lead IPM program and address biological threats or nutritional issues.
• Mentor program participants and support trainees' skill development.

Skills

Attention to detail

Agricultural sensors

Automation dashboards

Biosecurity practices

Trauma-informed care

Team mentorship

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture

Tools

Automation software

Climate control systems

IPM programs

Job description

Homeboy Harvest, the hydroponic farming arm of Homeboy Industries in Los Angeles, operates a cutting-edge indoor farm that grows greens with water-efficient systems and strict safety standards.

The Lead Cultivator role combines advanced agricultural science with hands-on leadership. You will mentor trainees, supervise daily cultivation activities, and ensure high-quality yields while maintaining compliance with safety regulations.