Outdoor Cannabis Grower

Jimmy Jazz; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly pay increases

EAP - 24/7 confidential help

Predictable weekly scheduling

PTO after 6 months

Full benefits package starting at 90+

Job summary

Phat Panda in Pullman, WA is seeking a Cultivation Care Specialist to join our indoor grow operation. You'll manage the daily well-being of our plants from clone through harvest in a fast-paced environment, performing hands-on care and adhering to SOPs.

This full-time role offers $18.13 per hour, 40 hours weekly, PTO after 6 months, and a benefits package. Physical effort required and room for growth within our cultivation team.

Qualifications

• Age: Must be at least 21 years old.
• Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent mix of education and experience.
• Experience: No cultivation background required; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Prune, train, and tuck plants to support healthy structure and strong yields.
• Tend to plants across growth stages from vegetative to harvest.
• Mix and apply nutrient solutions and other cultivation inputs.
• Maintain clean, audit-ready grow rooms and equipment.
• Help set up rooms and fine-tune environmental controls.
• Lend a hand during harvest and post-harvest processing.
• Take part in R&D trials focused on refining genetics and technique.
• Jump in wherever the cultivation team needs extra support.

Skills

Hands-on horticulture

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Following SOPs

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Word

Excel

Labeling software

Job description

• Base Pay $18.13 / Hour
• Employee Type FT (Non-Exempt)
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Cultivation Care Specialist

Cannabis Cultivation | Pullman, WA

Location

Pullman, WA

Job Type

Full-Time

Schedule

40 hours per week

Pay Rate

$18.13 per hour

About Phat Panda

Phat Panda has been cultivating premium cannabis since 2014, built on a foundation of craftsmanship, consistency, and community. With cultivation and production sites across Washington, California, and Massachusetts, we've earned a reputation as one of the industry's most trusted names. Join a team that notices your hard work and invests in where you're headed next.

Job Summary

We're adding a Plant Care Specialist to our Pullman cultivation crew. In this role, you'll manage the daily well-being of our plants from clone through harvest, helping uphold the quality benchmarks Phat Panda is known for. This is hands‑on, physically active work inside a fast‑moving indoor grow operation — not a desk job.

What You'll Be Doing

• Prune, train, and tuck plants to support healthy structure and strong yields
• Tend to plants across every growth stage, from vegetative through flowering and harvest
• Mix and apply nutrient solutions and other cultivation inputs
• Maintain clean, audit‑ready grow rooms and equipment
• Help set up rooms and fine‑tune environmental controls
• Lend a hand during harvest and post‑harvest processing
• Take part in R&D trials focused on refining genetics and technique
• Jump in wherever the cultivation team needs extra support

Compensation & Schedule

This full‑time position pays $18.13 per hour for a consistent 40‑hour workweek, with quarterly pay increases that recognize your ongoing contribution to the team.

• Quarterly pay increases that reward your continued dedication
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program with confidential mental health support
• Predictable, consistent weekly scheduling
• 40 hours of PTO available once you hit the 6-month mark
• Full benefits package — medical, dental, vision, life, and accident coverage starting at 90 days

Qualifications

• Age: Must be at least 21 years old
• Education: High school diploma, GED, or an equivalent mix of education and experience
• Experience: No cultivation background required — prior horticulture or agriculture experience is a plus, but we're glad to train motivated candidates ready to learn

Physical Demands

• Able to stand or sit for shifts up to 8 hours
• Comfortable performing repetitive hand motions such as pruning and trimming
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
• Occasional crouching, climbing, or crawling
• Good color vision and visual acuity

You Might Be a Great Fit If You

• Genuinely enjoy hands‑on plant work and don't mind getting a little dirty
• Stay focused through repetitive, detail‑driven tasks
• Adapt easily when priorities change
• Communicate clearly and collaborate well with others
• Take pride in doing things right, every single time

Nice-to-Haves

• Basic comfort with computer programs like Word, Excel, or labeling software
• Strong organizational skills and an eye for detail
• Ability to follow SOPs while juggling competing priorities
• Openness to feedback and a drive to keep improving
• A genuine interest in cannabis cultivation practices

Working Conditions

• Bright grow lights with warm, humid air
• Moderate background noise
• Occasional dust, vapor, or airborne particulates (PPE provided)
• Use of ladders and occasional work in confined spaces
• Some exposure to cleaning products and fertilizers

Ready to Grow With Us?

Grow Op Farms is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Washington Fair Chance Act, criminal background checks are not conducted during the initial application process and are only requested after a conditional offer of employment has been made. Pursuant to Washington State SB 5123, pre‑employment screenings do not test for nonpsychoactive cannabis metabolites.