What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cultivation Technician position at Silver Therapeutics?
Position Overview:
The Cultivation Technician will play a vital role in supporting the entire cannabis growth cycle, from planting through to post-harvest and packaging. This position is ideal for someone with hands-on plant care experience who is passionate about cultivating high-quality cannabis in a dynamic, regulated environment. The ideal candidate will be diligent, organized, and able to follow Silver Therapeutics' cultivation practices and compliance standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Grow Operations Support: Assist with all phases of cannabis cultivation, from planting to harvesting, ensuring plants are cared for meticulously throughout each stage.
- Plant Maintenance: Execute daily plant care tasks, including planting, de-leafing, pruning, and transplanting, with close attention to plant health.
- Preparation of Grow Areas: Set up grow areas by arranging and labeling grow pots, setting up trellises, installing irrigation lines, and preparing tools and workspaces for cultivation.
- Harvesting: Support the harvest process by cutting, trimming, and hanging plants in drying rooms. Ensure cleanliness by sanitizing tools and workspaces regularly.
- Cloning: Take cuttings from mother plants and assist in the propagation process to cultivate new plants.
- Monitoring and Reporting: Observe and report any plant abnormalities or issues, such as plant illness, unusual environmental conditions, or equipment malfunctions, directly to the Director of Cultivation.
- Post-Harvest Operations: Aid in post-harvest processes, including bucking, burping, curing, and trimming, to maintain quality standards for dried flowers.
- Packaging Support: Participate in packaging tasks, ensuring proper weighing, quality control, and labeling of all finished products.
- Compliance and Protocol Adherence: Follow Silver Therapeutics’ internal policies, Maine OCP compliance regulations, and all security and access protocols.
- Other Duties: Assist with additional cultivation-related tasks as assigned by the Director of Cultivation and uphold Silver Therapeutics’ values and standards.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in cultivation or a related field is preferred.
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting up to 50 pounds and standing for long periods.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of plant health and product quality.
- Familiarity with cannabis cultivation practices and compliance requirements is a plus.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Silver Therapeutics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20