Cultivation Technician

SUMMARY

Bostica is a licensed cannabis cultivation facility in Lynn, MA. We are locally, family owned and comprised of a strong leadership team with a passion for the plant and our people.

Cultivation technicians provide labor to support the activities and operations of the Cultivation Department, while abiding by policies, procedures and operational guidelines. Maintain organization, cleanliness and efficiency of production area. Carry out day-to-day plant care including watering, pruning, harvesting and trimming. Monitor and maintain plant production and quality control measures in accordance all Local and State regulations

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES (This list is not intended to be all inclusive)

• Provide plant care throughout the cycle of the grow including:
• Cloning, transplanting, feeding plants, defoliation, plant maintenance, plant transportation, waste disposal and assisting in inventory management
• Ensure plant health by pruning, toping, trimming, analyzing plant health for pest and disease according to Company policy, as well as any other tasks required
• Maintain all cultivation facility protocols in an efficient and timely manner
• Manage cannabis plants, giving each individual plant the attention it needs while transplanting, pruning and feeding with oversight from the department leads and managers
• Facility Cleaning
• Perform all assigned duties required to ensure a clean, sanitary and safe cultivation facility
• Responsible for the cleanliness and sanitization of all cultivation equipment, surfaces and tools.
• Execute preventative maintenance and elimination of all types of molds, mildews, and pests
• Maintain an organized work environment
• Reports and Documentation
• Assist the Cultivation Leads and Managers with tracking plants from propagation to harvest by ensuring proper and accurate documentation for applicable activities
• Ensure accurate documentation of all plant tracking numbers, lot numbers, and all other applicable information
• Follows all company safety and security policies and procedures to ensure a safe and injury free work-zone.

OTHER FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES (This list is not intended to be all inclusive)

• Attend required meetings and participate in team and professional development activities
• Utilize effective communication skills and demonstrate a sense of urgency
• Exhibits empathetic behavior towards others
• Listen and respond to requests appropriately and timely
• Ensure the department’s area remains neat, clean and organized
• Maintains discretionary practices; tactful with sensitive and confidential business information
• Follow and integrate company policies and procedures into all on-the-job interactions, tasks and behaviors
• Provide timely and appropriate feedback to Supervisor
• Provide excellent service and exceptional interactions with visitors, vendors and staff
• Perform other general labor duties as assigned
• Comply with all HR policies including confidentiality and non-disclosure
• Facility maintenance and troubleshooting as necessary
• Follow all company policies and procedures into all on-the-job interactions, tasks and behaviors

JOB SPECIFIC PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS: (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

• Experience with a commercial cannabis, agricultural, or landscaping facility/company preferred
• Advanced knowledge of the cannabis plant ideal but not necessary, though a strong agricultural background is strongly preferred
• Knowledge of large-scale commercial cultivation
• Knowledge of plant diseases, insects and fungi
• Knowledge of different cultivars and their specific needs
• Ability to execute techniques consistently
• Good documentation, inventory, and organization skills
• Excellent time management skills.
• Follows all company safety and security policies and procedures to ensure a safe and injury free work-zone.
• Must have accountability, proactive behavior and strong attention to detail
• Knowledge and enforcement of the policies, procedures and company goals
• Basic math skills
• Ability to:
• Listen well and communicate effectively orally and in writing with various audiences, cross functional / departmental
• Use initiative and independent judgment appropriately
• Comply with all Local and State ordinances, regulations, standards, and any applicable laws
• Regularly exercise discretionary authority
• Analyze and evaluate information accurately, and to express ideas clearly when providing oral and written reports or recommendations on administrative, financial and technical issues
• Use standard office equipment, computer equipment and software including word processing, data base management, spreadsheet applications and electronic mail
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and management.
• Work independently and in a team setting throughout the workday with given directives.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in difficult situations

WORK CONTEXT

Physical Requirements

• Requires prolonged walking and standing and some bending, reaching, stooping and stretching
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to perform grasping, lifting, walking, standing, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
• Ability to lift, carry and balance up to 125 pounds (250 pounds with assistance)
• Ability to proficiently operate a computer and other office equipment

Working Conditions

• Work is generally performed inside a climate-controlled cultivation facility and outside
• Work is subject to weather conditions, including rain and hot or cold temperatures
• Involves frequent contact with varied levels of personnel, including vendors, visitors and staff
• Will require working rotating shifts with varied hours/day, including evenings weekends, holidays, and special events
• May eventually include working an alternative workweek

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Previous manufacturing/laborer experience preferred
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered, including internal experience.
• Experience working with cannabis cultivation and/or commercial agriculture and/or health industry highly desirable
• Experience following a health and safety compliance program
• A valid driver’s license and be insurable; continuing education will be required to maintain certifications and licenses
• At least a minimum of 21 years old and pass a criminal background check

CERTIFICATIONS OR LICENSES REQUIRED

• Willing to undergo a comprehensive background check
• Ability to obtain CCC agent licensure

ADA Statement:

You must be able to perform all essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. If you need accommodations during the application/interview/hiring process please reach out to our HR team at [email protected]

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive work environment. Our goal is to be comprised of a diverse workforce that is representative, at all levels, of the communities we serve. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin protected veterans’ status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person