Cannabis Cultivator

Job Title: Farm laborer

Location: Blue Lake, CA

Department: Cultivation

Status: Full Time/ Part-time

Pay: $17 - $19 /hr.

30-day probational period

Report to: Cultivation Managers

Summary:

Culture Management holds multiple cannabis licenses in Northern CA. We strive to foster a team atmosphere throughout the organization which has and will continue to help us navigate through the always changing cannabis industry supply chain. Culture Management currently has a position available in its cultivation department 10,000 sq ft of mixed light tier 2 green house cultivation.

Essential Job Functions:

• Prep greenhouse beds, by amending and tilling soil to ensure that soil is full of nutrients when transplanted.
• Transplant into a proper location on the farm by following the planting schedule to ensure that harvesting date goals are met.
• Ensure daily watering and feeding of garden spaces by utilizing either hand watering or drip system to provide sufficient water to growing plants.
• Assist in the daily spraying and application of IPM schedule by using hand wand sprayers and proper equipment to protect plants and reduce risk of plant diseases and insect infestation.
• Assist daily plant maintenance by Leafing/bottoming and trellising of plants so plants grow in a manner that will ensure the biggest yield possible.
• As a team, properly harvest in accordance with company policy to properly track harvest in METRC.
• Assist in properly organizing dry space to stay compliant with State regulations
• Execute duties and maintain standards in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Additional duties as required or requested.

Job Competencies:

Farm and garden awareness- Able to identify problems within the gardens such as pest related damage and solutions; Ability to recognize and resolve issues related to the gardens or property while maintaining organization and communication

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Develops alternative solutions for suggestion; Works well in group problems solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics

Interpersonal - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas.

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed; Recognizes accomplishments of other team members

Planning/Organizing - Understands and implements work activities; Uses time efficiently; Sets goals and objectives;

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors work to ensure quality.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education/Experience:

• 1-2 years of cannabis industry experience
• 1-2 years of indoor cultivation experience (preferred but not required)
• 1 year of METRC’s experience

Language Ability:

Ability to read and understand daily tasks and goals: ability to read and understand nutrient and feed labels and instructions

Math Ability:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure including common cultivation math ( ie. milliliters, liters,cups, quarts, gallons )

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Walk
• Sit
• Stand
• Squat
• Kneel
• Bend
• Lift/Carry up to 75lbs

In order to apply please submit the following

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Three References

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Farming: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location