Cannabis Jobs in Alamosa, CO

Job Description

This job is in a licensed cannabis greenhouse facility in Moffat; 46 miles from Salida and 37 miles from Alamosa.

Cultivation Technician I are responsible for trimming activities ad described in the Trimmer Job description, light cultivation maintenance/support and cleaning and sanitation activities. Cultivation Technician I reports directly to the Cultivation and Trimmer Leads.

The right candidate demonstrates proficiency, organization, calmness, and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment; works independently, and prioritizes quality and customer service.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct operations in professional manner to ensure State Compliance Laws are upheld.
• Perform all assigned tasks in the grow.
• Maintain and follow company and cultivation department policies and procedures.

· Follow plant scheduling and organization to help cultivation manager precisely project all plant needs.

· Fill out all forms and logs associated with cultivation responsibilities consistently, honestly, and accurately.

• Work within the company’s continuous improvement system and strive to increase productivity.
• Demonstrate ownership, accountability, initiative, and quality of work.
• Wash and sanitize all equipment ensuring all tools are free of pests, viruses or disease.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of the cultivation facility.
• Perform other assigned job duties as assigned.
• Clean-up of all processing areas and equipment at the end of every shift.

Specific Plant Care Duties

· Trellis installation

· Irrigation system assembly and maintenance

· Monitoring for and cleaning standing water

· Nursery maintenance and cleaning

· Harvesting

· Big leafing and deleafing

· Post harvest sterilization of grow bays and equipment

· Disassembly and sterilization of irrigation components

· Assembling irrigation lines for new crops

· Weekly facility deep-clean process

· Plant and root system disposal

· Moving plants from veg to flowering

· Cleaning activities as scheduled/assigned

Trimming Duties

· Trim duties will be assigned as described in Trimmer job descriptions

· Efficiently trim to accomplish trimming of raw product as assigned.

• Efficiently de-fan plants (wet trim) post-harvest.
• Responsible for accurately weighing and recording all trim weights.
• Responsible for maintaining the organization and cleanliness of the trimming areas.
• Responsible for maintaining quality product.

OTHER FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to be flexible and work in various sectors of the department as needed an/or requested by their direct supervisor; this may include but is not limited to, helping grow staff with small tasks, cleaning and/or moving supplies and equipment and/or helping the packaging department or working at other locations as needed.
• Must work well with others and ability to adapt quickly to changes in policy, procedure, methods and technique.
• Use of independent judgment regarding product processing, keeping quality, projections and goals in mind.
• Employee must be able to follow basic instructions and ability to take constructive criticism from their managers to maintain quality standards and production goals.
• Other duties and tasks as assigned by Supervisor.

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

• Observe and follow all company established clean room policies and rules.
• Cultivation staff must understand and implement the rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of the company and the cultivation department.
• Cultivation staff should have a basic understanding of the cannabis laws, rules and regulations set forth by the state.
• Fundamental Knowledge and familiarity with Cannabis, as well as the ability to be taught and guided in areas related to cultivation.
• Self-motivation and the ability to work well with all members of their staff and the company, as well as with their direct supervisor.
• Ability to work in a timely manner and strives to increase productivity.
• Communicates, interacts, and works effectively with others; receptive to feedback and coaching; voices concern in a constructive manner.
• Follow all safety protocols and policies.
• Be a positive role model and demonstrate ethical behavior throughout your department and the rest of the organization.
• Work scheduled shifts. Record all time worked accurately, promptly, and honestly.
• Understand and practice company values

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must have reliable transportation
• Must be able to work periods sitting in one place
• High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• Works in a timely manner and strives to increase productivity
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Ability to work within a team and without
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Able to work in a complex, fast-paced environment
• Organization and planning skills
• Ability to build relationships
• Basic weights and measurement skills, ability to operate a scale and do basic math

Working Conditions

• Must be able to lift, carry, push, pull and balance up to 50 pounds (100 pounds with assistance) and must be able to do so with extreme care and caution when working with plants and product
• Excellent vision and hearing.
• Requires prolonged standing and some bending, stooping, sitting, and stretching for extended periods of time while maintaining focus - some movement may be repetitive.
• Work is performed in a fast-paced cannabis grow location.
• Work is subject to weather conditions, including rain and hot or cold temperatures.
• Will require working rotating shifts with varied hours/day, including evenings weekends, holidays, and special events.
• May eventually include working an alternative workweek.

Required Experience

• A minimum of 1-2 years’ experience processing cannabis or other botanicals preferred.
• Previous agricultural/warehouse/manufacturing/laborer experience a plus.Continue
• Must be 21 years old per state regulations and pass a criminal background check.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $15.00 to $18.00 /hour

License:

• CO MED Badge (Preferred)

Additional Compensation:

• Bonuses

Work Location:

• One location

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off

Pay Frequency:

• Bi weekly or Twice monthly

This Job Is:

• A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more
• A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education
• A job for which all ages, including older job seekers, are encouraged to apply
• Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma

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