Browse 7 cannabis jobs in Van Buren, AR in April 2024, at companies like Pleasant Valley Farms, Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation, and Good Day Farm, including positions such as Perennial Grower, Tree Trimmer Saw Operator, Head Grower, and Section Grower Propagaiton.
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Tree Trimmer Saw Operator
Remote – Location May Vary
Right of Way – Full Time
Arkansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. (AECI) is an organization with a rich history and a bright future. As a leader in the energy industry we look to our employees to help us grow, change, and provide power to over 500,000 members of our 17 electric distribution cooperatives.
A Tree Trimmer Saw Operator I performs various duties related to right of way clearing and re-clearing; safely cuts, piles, sprays, and disposes of trees and brush as necessary to maintain adequate right of way clearance for power lines.
In this position, you will be given the opportunity to work alongside peers who are versatile, enthusiastic, and strive to push forward AECI’s mission.
Responsibilities:
- Drives/operates ROW vehicles and equipment as necessary to safely and efficiently complete tasks and projects.
- Performs daily inspection and maintenance of chainsaws and safety equipment; must be able to safely and efficiently operate chainsaws. Notifies supervisor in the event of safety hazards.
- Performs right of way clearing duties, to include the following: bucket work, climbing work, ground clearing, cutting, chipping, piling, burning, and other disposal of brush.
- Cuts danger trees and has the ability to rope and direct trees away from hazards; able to work in bucket truck under supervision of an operator helping trim or remove debris in order to provide adequate clearance.
- Inspects right of way in front of equipment to flag obstacles. (i.e.: phone pedestals, guy wire, water and gas meters, etc.).
- Performs traffic control duties around work area as needed and abides by all state and federal D.O.T. and local regulations.
- Must understand general safety rules and policies and promote good relations with other crew members, patron cooperatives, and the general public.
- Reports work related problems, material or supply needs and equipment to crew Foreman.
- The ability to handle stress and work well with others are essential functions of this position.
- In pursuant of the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Act 593, this position is a designated safety-sensitive position according to AECC/AECI standards and processes.
- As a condition of employment, this position requires a post – offer, pre-employment Fitness for Duty Exam, and DOT Physical.
- A valid driver's license is required.
- Able to work in outside or inside working environment, wherein there are potentially hazardous working conditions and life-threatening situations exist (fire, chemical, moving mechanical parts, electrical sources, fumes, airborne particles, heights, dangerous people, etc.).
- Able to work in extreme heat or cold
- Able to work in extremely loud areas
- Able to perform highly repetitive and physical functions
- Must be able to travel to various locations and stay overnight as required to complete work assignments
- Must be able to work extra hours when necessary and report to work whenever needed during non-scheduled working periods
- Training specified in 29 CFR 1910.269(a)(1)(i)(E)
Preferred Qualifications
- Commercial Applicator Technician
- Class A or B CDL License
- Temporary Traffic Control Certification
Benefits
401(k) Retirement Plan- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 9 Paid holidays
- Educational assistance
- Paid Time Off
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Free & confidential Employee Assistance Program
EEO/AA/M/F/VETS/DISABLED
Should you elect to apply for this position, AECC/AECI will review your qualifications. If after reviewing the qualifications and experience of all applicants, your skills and credentials meet our needs, someone from our organization may contact you. Please be advised that the time required to complete the applicant review process typically takes between 30 and 90 days but could extend beyond that. Once the position has been filled, all applicants will be notified via email.
Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation and Arkansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. are Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other protected category.
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Pleasant Valley Farms is looking for an enthusiastic, passionate perennial grower to develop and manage all aspects of our perennial production.
We are looking for a full-time perennial grower to be a hands-on, team-oriented grower. They will be responsible for the direction and implementation of all aspects related to perennial growing with the ability to work independently, as well as with a team towards the company’s goals.
Primary Responsibilities:
As a Perennial Grower at Pleasant Valley Farms, you will be responsible for:
- Moisture Management and the implementation of correct Irrigating timing and techniques
- Implementations of Fertility programs for multiple crop species
- Chemical applications for corresponding pests and diseases following safety procedures
- Soil testing and record keeping
- Ability to train and supervise seasonal and full-time employees
- All other duties as needed
Qualifications:
- Minimum of three years’ experience of commercial greenhouse experience with emphasis on perennials
- Degree in Horticulture, Biology, Chemistry, or a related science field a plus but not required
- Flexible with the ability to work weekends and holidays during the busy seasons
- Ability to work in greenhouse and outdoor settings in temperature ranges of 110F to below freezing
- Ability to lift and carry items up to 50lbs.
- Knowledge of greenhouse equipment with emphasis on Argus controls and automated irrigation controls
- PGR experience a plus
- Understanding of vernalization requirements for perennial crops
Our ideal candidate will be a detailed oriented, enthusiastic person with a willingness to take responsibility to work effectively as an individual as well as with a team to continually improve the quality of plants being produced. Pleasant Valley Farms is a continually growing company with a lot of opportunity for growth. Salary will be decided on experience and qualifications.
Please include a cover letter with your application.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Work Location: One location
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Pleasant Valley Farms in Van Buren, AR is looking for a hands-on experienced Head Grower to manage a team of growers and oversee all aspects of growing for ornamental bedding plants and herbaceous perennials from start to finish.
Pleasant Valley Farms is a wholesale greenhouse in Van Buren, Arkansas supplying ornamental bedding plants and herbaceous perennials to Arkansas, Southern Missouri, and Eastern Oklahoma. We are looking for a hands-on, experienced Head Grower with a deep knowledge of commercial production of ornamental bedding plants and herbaceous perennials to lead our team of growers and grower assistants. The ideal candidate will have strong organization, communication and decision-making skills.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee all plant production from seed and cutting until finish
- Responsible for direction and scheduling of Growers and Grower Assistants
- Training staff in stages of moisture management and good irrigation practices
- Creating and implementing fertility and pesticide plans for entire farm
- Identification of pests and nutritional disorders and the required corrective measures
- Communication between departments with emphasis on priority items
- Responsible for all environmental controls within the greenhouses with emphasis on Argus and Cherry Creek controls
- Ensure labor is used efficiently and effectively
Qualifications:
- 5 Years experience with emphasis on commercial growing
- Degree in Horticulture or related field
- 2+ years experience in supervisory or leadership role
- Strong knowledge of annual and perennial culture requirements such as photoperiod and vernalization requirements
- Track record or producing high quality crops in large scale volumes
Our ideal candidate will be an experienced, detailed oriented, enthusiastic person with a willingness to take responsibility to work effectively as an individual as well as with a team to continually improve the quality of plants being produced. Salary will be based on qualifications and experience.
Please include a cover letter with your application.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 5x8
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Van Buren, AR 72956: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
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Pleasant Valley Farms in Van Buren, AR is looking for an enthusiastic and passionate plug/propagation grower to manage our young plant facility. They will be responsible for the direction and implementation of all aspects related to young plant production.
Pleasant Valley Farms is a wholesale greenhouse in Van Buren, Arkansas. We supply ornamental bedding plants and herbaceous perennials to Arkansas, Southern Missouri and Eastern Oklahoma. We are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate plug/propagation grower to manage our young plant facility. They will be responsible for the direction and implementation of all aspects related to young plant production, with the ability to work independently, as well as with a team towards the company’s goals.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Moisture management and the implementation of correct irrigation timing and techniques
- Implementations of fertility programs for multiple crop species
- Chemical applications for corresponding pests, diseases and PGR needs while following safety protocols
- Greenhouse climate manipulations for optimal plant health
- Soil testing and record keeping to company and EPA standards
- Ability to work with and train seasonal and full-time employees
Qualifications:
- 1-2 years’ experience of commercial greenhouse experience with emphasis on young plant production
- Knowledge of greenhouse equipment with emphasis on Argus Controls and Cherry Creek irrigation systems
- Experience with insecticides, fungicides and PGRs and their application techniques
- Degree in Horticulture, Biology, Chemistry or related field a plus but not required
- Ability to lift and carry items up to 50lbs.
- Ability to work in greenhouse and outdoor settings with temperature ranges from below freezing to 110F
Our ideal candidate will be a detailed oriented, enthusiastic person with a willingness to take responsibility to work effectively as an individual as well as with a team to continually improve the quality of plants being produced. Pleasant Valley Farms is a continually growing company that offers a lot of opportunities for growth. Salary for the position will be determined by experience and qualifications.
Please include a cover letter with your application.
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- 5x8
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Van Buren, AR 72956: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
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Do you have excellent customer service skills and an interest to learn all about medical cannabis? We hire for skills and provide an awesome training program.
The responsibilities of the Budtender include welcoming customers and sharing knowledge of cannabis products to address customer concerns. You will be trained to answer customers’ questions regarding the different strains of cannabis, their medicinal uses, and methods of consumption.
Responsibilities:
- Keeping up on new cannabis products on the market as well as the latest industry trends through trade shows and research
- Advising customers on suitable cannabis products based on their needs, preferences, budgets, and reactions to different strains of cannabis
- Processing customers' payments
- Ensuring that the dispensary is clean and well-organized at all times
- Educating customers on the safe use of their selected cannabis products
- Correctly weighing, packaging, and labeling cannabis products
- Taking inventory of cannabis products and ensuring that the sales floor is adequately stocked
Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED.
- Proven experience working in customer service
- Experience working in retail is a plus
- Ability to learn new software systems
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective communication skills
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $13.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Tips
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Van Buren, AR 72956: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Application Question(s):
- This position earns $13 per hour plus TIPS and is incrementally increased to $15 plus TIPS over the first 8 months. Are you happy with this pay?
Experience:
- Retail: 2 years (Preferred)
- Customer Service: 3 years (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
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We are looking for a full-time perennial grower to manage and help develop our perennial program.
As our Perennial Grower, you will be responsible for watering, fertilizing, chemical applications, soil testing, record keeping, and the over-all health and maintenance of all perennial plants in our facility. An in-depth knowledge of plant propagation and production is required along with 3 years of experience.
Our ideal candidate is an enthusiastic person with a willingness to take responsibility and continually seek to improve the quality of plants being produced.
Please include a cover letter with your application.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Van Buren, AR 72956: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
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We are looking for grower trainees to assist our growers. Tasks will include watering and fertilizing plants, mixing and applying chemicals, monitoring insects and plant growth, and taking soil and water samples.
Weekend work will be required. The position will be performed in our greenhouses and outdoor growing spaces. Grower trainees must be able to be on their feet all day and be able to tolerate extreme heat during summer months.
Our ideal candidate is reliable, attentive to detail, an enthusiastic learner, and has a love for being outdoors and working with their hands.
Please include a cover letter with your application describing why you are interested in this position.
Job Type: Full-time
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Work authorization:
- United States (Required)
Work Location:
- One location
Benefits:
- Other
This Company Describes Its Culture as:
- Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends required
Company's Facebook page:
- https://www.facebook.com/pleasantvalleyfarmsvb/
Work Remotely:
- No
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