What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grow Technician position at Southwest Cannabis?
Southwest Wellness Center is expanding! We are looking for candidates to join our Cultivation Team in Taos.
This posting is for the Taos Location.
Grow Technician should be able to assist the teams in all aspects of green house and marijuana cultivation work, and be willing and able to perform repetitive tasks and maintain a professional and goal-oriented attitude. The Grow Technician will report to the Head of Cultivation. Experience in the medical marijuana or healthcare industry are not required, but candidates who have prior experience will be strongly considered. Must be at least 21 years old and pass a criminal State and National background check.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:-
- Watering, leafing, pest management, moving plants, working indoor and outdoors, harvesting, trellising, cleaning etc as directed by the Supervisors and Head of Cultivation, and following relevelant SOPs
- Follow and complete tasks in an efficiently and consistent manner
- Adhere to safe handling practices and manage inventory effectively
- Don required PPE as instructed by supervisor
- Arrive on time and have reliable form of transportation
- Clean and organize tools and equipment
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
- Previous experience in marijuana cultivation, nursery/green house work is a plus
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience in medical cannabis industry highly desirable, but not required.
- Must be 21 years old and pass criminal State background check
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Innate desire to achieve success and a work ethic to match
- Ability to critically think and problem solve without direction
- High level of integrity
Working conditions:-
- Focus on repetitive tasks for long periods
- Lift and move up to 50 lbs, multiple times, daily
- Stoop, kneel and crouch daily- Stand or sit for extended periods of time; 8-12 hours
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
- Year round work
Ability to Relocate:
- Taos, NM: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17