Cultivation Technician

Brief Description

Why Greenleaf Gardens?

Greenleaf Gardens is a subsidiary of Acreage Holdings, Inc., a leading vertically integrated, multi-state operator in the United States cannabis industry. Acreage dug its roots in the cannabis industry back in 2011 and has successfully grown its footprint across several states ever since! Acreage also continues to expand its brands such as The Botanist, Superflux, and Prime in current and new markets.

As industry leaders today, we have a responsibility to create a sustainable, diverse, equitable and inclusive industry for present and future generations. We stand strong behind our mission, which is to combine operational excellence with a burning passion, by cultivating, producing, and dispensing the highest quality cannabis products and brand experienced. By making quality cannabis accessible, we hope to inspire everyone to embrace cannabis as a force for good in the world.

Who you’ll work for Greenleaf Gardens:

Our Culture:

Here at Greenleaf Gardens, we believe in people first. We value our people and encourage continuous opportunities to learn, develop, and grow. We pride ourselves in innovation and passion for the cannabis industry.

We are always looking for motivated people who share our vision to join our team. Think you have what it takes? Then come grow with us!

About the Role (Cultivation Technician):

Reporting into the Cultivation Manager, the Cultivation Technician provides the daily care and focused attention necessary to produce clean, potent, safe medicine for our patients. The successful candidate will possess a passion for horticulture and a willingness to continually learn more about the subject. This entry-level position offers the opportunity to learn and grow with the company from the ground up, and to take on increasing levels of responsibility over time. This is a full-time 40 hour/week position.

The Cultivation Technician is responsible for contributing to all or most aspects of plant production including propagation, watering, pruning, trellising, defoliating, monitoring, and harvesting of plants. Other tasks such as transplanting, moving plants, Data collection and entry, making fertilizer solution, irrigation system management, cleaning and sanitation of grow rooms and equipment, and other tasks as assigned may also be responsibilities of the Cultivation Technician.

Requirements

How you’ll make a difference (required duties and responsibilities):

• Responsible for the daily care of medicine from seed/clone to harvest; monitoring environmental factors to maximize production and prevent failures; and maintaining the highest levels of cleanliness and sanitation inside the cultivation area.
• Implement daily feeding & care schedule as directed by Cultivation Manager
• Maintain consistency and discretion when pruning crops at various
• Maintain consistency, uniformity and accuracy when repotting crops at various
• Routine visual inspection of plants to identify any pests/deficiencies and reporting findings to Cultivation Lead
• Crop propagation to meet inventory requirements as determined by Cultivation Lead
• Maintains accurate records of reservoirs, equipment and other crop related logs assigned by Cultivation Lead
• Accurately scans inventory into designated location(s)
• Proper usage, maintenance and storage of all tools and equipment, including but not limited to: shop vacuums, pumps, hoses, carts, fiskars, scissors, loppers, stools, gloves, rags, and goggles.
• Completes daily and periodic cleaning tasks as assigned. Daily cleaning consists of sweeping and spot mopping all areas on the cultivation floor and loading area
• Proper disposal of waste at the end of each day
• Assists in completing other secondary cultivation tasks at the direction of the Cultivation Lead according to company
• Maintains a clean, safe environment inside the cultivation
• Other duties as needed
  
  

Skills to be Successful (minimum qualifications):

• High school diploma or equivalent. Associate degree in horticulture, agriculture, biology, chemistry, or related field preferred
• Minimum 1 year of experience in horticulture, botany, or related field preferred
• Knowledge of basic computer & office equipment operations (inventory systems; Word; Excel; office equipment such as copiers/telephone systems)
• Math required for inventory, projections, and excellent time-management skills
• Ability to effectively plan and prioritize, maintain confidentiality, and work effectively as part of a team
  
  

Summary

Perks & Benefits:

• Full suite of medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid parental leave.
• 401 (k)
• Paid Time Off
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee life insurance and supplemental life
• Spouse and child life and ADD&D
• Pet insurance
• FSA and HSA available.
• Based on eligibility.
  
  

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be requested to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to work quickly but efficiently, while maintaining the integrity of the product.
• Light to moderate lifting of up to 50 lbs; heavier weights with assistance.
• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Repetitive motions and understanding of lab equipment.
• Must wear company-provided lab coats, hair/beard nets, gloves, surgical masks and safety glasses/ goggles/ splash shield, while working in the lab.
• Must adhere to facility general hygiene requirements.
• Capacity to stay focused on the task at hand.
  
  

DISCLAIMER: This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to confirm or be interpreted as a comprehensive summary of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Code of Conduct:

All employees are expected to represent values and maintain the standards contained in the Code of Conduct.

Greenleaf Gardens is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or protected Veteran status. We appreciate your interest in Greenleaf Gardens. If you need assistance with completing an online application due to a disability, please send a request to HRTeam@acreageholdings.com. Please be sure to include “Accommodation Request” in the subject line.