Cultivation TechnicianReports to: Facility ManagerFLSA Status: Non-ExemptDepartment: CultivationLocation: Alachua, FLPay Range: $16.00/HRPosition Summary: Role Purpose: Support the cultivation team by providing hands-on care for cannabisplants throughout the entire growth cycle, ensuring healthy, high-quality plants whilemaintaining compliance with company and state regulations. Reporting Structure: Reports directly to the Facility Manager and works closely withother Cultivation Manager, Cultivation Technicians and cultivation leadership. Company/Department Fit: This position supports the Cultivation Department bycontributing to efficient plant production, maintaining quality standards, and helpingensure a consistent supply of cannabis products for downstream processing and retailoperations. Scope of Responsibility: Individual contributor position with no direct supervisoryresponsibilities. Works collaboratively as part of the cultivation team to achieveproduction goals. Success Metrics: Success is measured by consistently completing assigned cultivationtasks on time, maintaining plant health and quality, accurately documenting productionactivities, following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), maintaining compliancewith state regulations, and contributing to overall cultivation yields and facilitycleanliness.Responsibilities: Daily tasks: Perform pruning, defoliation, trimming, cloning, transplanting, watering, fertilizing,and plant support throughout the cannabis growth cycle. Monitor plant health and identify signs of pests, disease, nutrient deficiencies, orenvironmental stress. Record plant growth, production data, and environmental conditions accurately. Assist with harvesting, post-harvest processing, and movement of plants. Maintain a clean, sanitized, organized, and inspection-ready cultivation facility. Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), safety protocols, and stateregulatory requirements. Assist with inventory counts, sanitation projects, and other cultivation duties asassigned. Goals: Maintain healthy, high-quality cannabis plants throughout each stage ofcultivation. Complete daily production tasks accurately and on schedule. Meet cultivation production timelines while minimizing plant loss and waste. Ensure compliance with all company policies, cultivation standards, and stateregulations. Contribute to a safe, efficient, and productive cultivation environment. Team rules: Collaborate with Cultivation Technicians, Leads, Supervisors, and the CultivationManager to achieve production goals. Support other cultivation departments as operational needs require. Report directly to the Facility Manager. This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities. Tools used: Environmental monitoring systems. Irrigation and fertigation equipment. Trimming and harvesting tools. Scales, carts, ladders, and other cultivation equipment. Inventory tracking systems and cultivation documentation logs. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.What Success Looks Like - Metrics: Plants are maintained according to cultivation standards with minimal quality issues. Daily assignments are completed accurately and on schedule. Cultivation rooms remain clean, organized, and inspection-ready. Production data is recorded accurately and consistently. SOPs and compliance requirements are followed without deviation Strong attendance, reliability, and teamwork contribute to meeting cultivation productiongoals.Supervisory Responsibilities: NoneQualifications: Education Requirements: High school diploma or GED required. Work Experience: 1–3 years of experience in cannabis cultivation, horticulture,agriculture, greenhouse operations, manufacturing, or similar production environmentspreferred. Experience working with cannabis plant growth cycles is preferred but notrequired. Hard Skills: Basic understanding of plant care and cultivation techniques. Ability to accurately follow written procedures and work instructions. Ability to record production information accurately. Ability to safely operate basic cultivation tools and equipment. Soft Skills: Strong attention to detail. Dependable and self-motivated. Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Strong communication and organizational skills. Positive attitude with willingness to learn. Certifications & License: Must be at least 21 years of age. Must be able to pass OMMU background check Horticulture or agricultural training is a plus but not requiredPhysical Requirements: Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and perform repetitive tasks for extendedperiods. Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination sufficient for detailed plant work. Ability to work around pollen, dust, raw plant materials, and cultivation equipment. Visual acuity necessary to identify plant health concerns and quality issuesWork Environment: Work is performed inside a regulated cannabis cultivation facility. Regular exposure to humidity, temperature fluctuations, grow lighting systems, and plantmaterials. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required depending on assigned tasks. Fast-paced production environment with strict compliance and sanitation standards.Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Mint Cannabis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Allqualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristicprotected by law.Other Duties Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to cover or contain acomprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties,responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Want to learn more about the company? Check Our Website
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