Job Summary: 

Hands-on cultivation expert responsible for executing daily cultivation operations while providing technical leadership and mentorship. Combines advanced horticultural skills with supervisory responsibility to ensure optimal plant health, consistent quality, and knowledge transfer. Reports directly to the Cultivation Manager and serves as subject matter expert in specific cultivation techniques. Cultivation IPM Technicians report to the Cultivation Supervisor.  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

Supervisory & Mentorship Responsibilities: 

• Directly supervise and mentor Cultivation IPM Technicians, providing hands-on training in cultivation techniques and SOPs  

• Prioritize daily tasks, ensuring work quality and efficiency by collaborating with the Cultivation Manager in weekly scheduling meetings  

• Demonstrate proper cultivation techniques, equipment use, and safety protocols  

• Monitor assigned direct report(s) performance, providing real-time feedback and documenting progress  

• Conduct regular 1x1’s and bi-yearly reviews as required by the Cultivation Manager  

• Answer questions and troubleshoot cultivation issues for assigned direct report(s)  

• Escalate performance issues, training gaps, or personnel concerns to Cultivation Manager  

Cultivation Operations: 

• Execute daily and weekly cultivation tasks including feeding, nutrient brewing and maintenance, cloning, topping, super cropping, pruning, transplanting, training, and plant monitoring via systems  

• Maintain optimal plant health through expert application of cultivation techniques  

• Monitor and document plant development, identifying and addressing pests, disease, nutrient deficiencies, or environmental stress via weekly inspection and scouting reports as well as visual documentation via a photo/note taking app  

• Implement IPM protocols including training, scouting, prevention, and treatment applications  

• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of grow rooms, equipment, and cultivation work areas  

• Co-monitor environmental and irrigation systems with the Cultivation Manager  

• Implement cultivation strategy, initiatives, and experiments  

• Enters facility specific cultivation data inputs such as plant counts, harvest weights and yields  

• Collaborates and assists the Cultivation Manager on mother planning and breeding initiatives  

• Ensure accurate data entry in cultivation logs and METRC system  

• Processes and prepares coco coir for transplants  

Technical Leadership & Continuous Improvement: 

• Serve as subject matter expert for specific cultivation phases or techniques  

• Contribute to SOP development and refinement based on hands-on experience  

• Identify opportunities for cultivation process improvements and efficiency gains  

• Participate in cultivation team meetings, sharing insights and collaborating on problem-solving  

• Stay current on cultivation best practices, IPM regulations, and new techniques  

Required Skills/Abilities:  

• Background check – no disqualifying offenses  

• Reliable transportation  

• Ability to work independently and in teams  

• Excellent time management and communication skills  

• Availability to work weekends (Sunday through Thursday)  

Preferred Skills/Abilities:  

• Previous experience with cannabis or plant cultivation  

• Previous supervisory role or management experience  

• Previous IPM application and applicators license  

Physical Requirements: 

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during cultivation activities  

Comfortable working in warm, humid environments with bright lighting  

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly  

Capable of bending, kneeling, and reaching during plant care activities  

Ability to work on ladders with equipment 

Compensation & Benefits:  

• Pay Range: $60k-70k salary    

• Actual compensation depends on experience level and demonstrated track record.   

Benefits include:   

• Health, dental, and vision insurance   

• Paid time off and holidays