Cultivation Technician

Oakridge OR

Description

Job Title: Cultivation Technician/Grow Tech Job Overview: Avant Gardens, a tier 2 indoor hydroponic cannabis cultivation facility located in Oakridge, Oregon, is currently accepting applications for the Cultivation Technician position. This position is full-time, with approximately 35-40 hours a week. Workdays begin at 8:00 am and end between 2:30-4:30 pm, Monday-Friday. The work consists of emptying, cleaning and remixing various nutrient basins. Accurately measuring and properly mixing nutrient basins according to the predetermined mixing schedule. Recording temperature, humidity, and CO2 as well as other important atmospheric data to maintain quality and troubleshoot imperfections in systems. Regular pruning, trellising, defoliating of plants, as well as IPM foliar spraying. Harvesting on a perpetual weekly schedule. Duties will also include occasional light construction work and maintenance of the facility. Duties / Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Day-to-day assignments and tasks of the Cannabis production cycle. Cloning: cutting and transplanting; labelling, tagging. Plant care during vegetative and flowering phase: trimming, manipulating, staking, big leafing, pruning, watering, plant monitoring. Harvesting: cutting plants; weighing. Assuring that plants are protected from insects, dust, and any other contaminants. Recording temperature and humidity levels as needed and requested by managers. Plant inspections: collecting and recording information; while maintaining proper sanitation and cleanup of plant areas and inspection equipment. Operating, maintaining, and daily upkeep of cultivation systems/equipment; stocking and handling production inputs and supplies; sanitizing and cleaning growing rooms, cultivation work areas and tools. Responsible for daily upkeep, sanitation, and cleanliness of other non-grow areas within the cultivation department. Informs immediately, Leads or Managers, of any unsafe work conditions. Informs Leads or Managers of any problems with equipment in growth areas. Participates in training on all OLCC, state and local regulations related to the production of recreational cannabis. Other duties as required or needed to assist the company in meeting production goals. Assisting with Packaging and Trimming may be needed during peak times. Applicant Requirements: Must be 21 or older and have OLCC Marijuana workers permit. Must have reliable transportation and be willing to commute. Must be able to pass a criminal background check. Must demonstrate the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Must arrive for the shift on time, clean, and ready to work. Must have the ability to follow standard operating procedures. Must communicate effectively and positively with team members and management including verbal and written communication. Physical Requirements: Frequent bending, stooping, crouching, and turning to accomplish tasks routinely completed in an agricultural setting. Includes frequent repetitive motions of hands, wrists, arms, neck and torso. Must be able to sit and stand for long periods of time, and must be able to lift 70lbs, repeatedly, throughout the day. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $16.00 per hour to start License/Certification: OLCC Marijuana Worker Permit (Preferred)