Greenhouse Cannabis Cultivation Technician

Location: Boonton, NJ

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Job Posted:
Oct 18, 2024
Company:
TerrAscend

Company & Role Overview

Summary

It's a Joint Effort

Full-Time Greenhouse Cultivation Technician

To Be Blunt

Where you'll be planted

All benefits-eligible employees are provided the following benefits:

  • Employee Discount (all employees eligible)
  • Paid-Time-Off (varies by State, please ask your Recruiter for more info)
  • Health, vision, and dental insurance
  • 98Point6 (remote primary care)
  • 401k with 4% matching (100% vested immediately)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Life Insurance
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Wellness Program

Environmental Factors:

  • This position requires working in an environment that has a high amount of plant matter and pollen. Areas of the facility reach high/low temperatures with high humidity levels. Employees may have exposure to conditions such as dust, plant matter, and particles that affect the respiratory system, eyes, or skin, depending on department job assignments. Employees are required to wear protective gear and have the option to wear eye and ear protection. Certain areas of the facility use harsh chemicals for cleaning such as bleach and can have repetitive movements. Employees should be comfortable and capable of working under all of the above conditions.

Physical Requirements:

  • Able to push, pull, lift, or move a minimum of 50lbs
  • Capable of sitting, standing kneeling, bending, squatting, and/or walking for extended periods of time
  • Capable of using hands and fingers to touch, handle, feel and pick
  • Ability to work with hazardous chemicals (butane, propane, etc.) following strict safety guidelines
  • Utilize chemicals (such as bleach) to clean and maintain facility/equipment
  • Must wear PPE (clothing protection), close-toed non-slip shoes, and optional ear/eye protection

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Adhere to daily maintenance of all plants.
  • Transplanting, watering & pruning of plants
  • Verify labels are placed properly with coordinating plant
  • Able to push, pull or lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
  • Capable of sitting, standing, bending, squatting and/or walking for long hours at a time
  • Capable of working in humid, or hot conditions.
  • Work all shifts as needed
  • Ensure good communication between team members
  • Perform other duties as needed/or required.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Comfortable working in an environment with extreme temperatures
  • Self-motivated to learn and improve
  • Able to work effectively
  • Can maintain a positive attitude
  • Horticulture experience preferred but not necessary
  • Ability to execute techniques accurately and consistently
  • Good documentation, inventory, and organizational skills
  • Ability to keep to a tight schedule
  • Ability to maintain excellent punctuality and attendance
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required
  • Applicant must meet all state requirements

*** Background Check Requirement ***

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