We are an employee focused medical cannabis organization dedicated to transforming lives through compassionate care and expert guidance. Our mission is to remove barriers to access, fight the stigma surrounding cannabis, and improve the well-being of our patients through the power of the plant. With a commitment to education, advocacy, and personalized support, we strive to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. Join Our Team Today!Under the guidance of the Cultivation Manager, the Cultivation Technician performs daily care and maintenance of cannabis plants during the flowering cycle to ensure optimal health and quality. This hands-on role is essential to Vytal Options' mission of producing premium cannabis for the Pennsylvania Medical Cannabis Program. The Cultivation Technician is accountable for completing assigned tasks within established timeframes while adhering to standard operating procedures and maintaining productivity and plant health standards.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESAdhere to daily maintenance and monitoring of all flowering plants per standard operating procedures; immediately report concerns to a supervisor to ensure overall health of the cropUtilize hands and pruning shears daily to defoliate, skirt, top, and otherwise maintain cannabis plantsFollow assigned plant maintenance schedule accurately to encourage proper plant growthWork independently to complete assigned workload within allocated time frameWorking in varying climates, temperatures, and light conditions including heat/cold, humidity/dryness, and dark/bright lightsVerify labels are placed properly with the coordinating plantMonitor equipment and lighting in flower rooms; report any issues to managementEnsure daily compliance with policies and procedures including but not limited to state compliance, security and safety protocols, and standard operating procedures as well as internal trainingDemonstrate regular and on-time attendance to all scheduled shiftsPerform other duties as assignedEXPERIENCE REQUIREDHigh School Diploma or GED requiredEducation in horticulture is preferred, but not required1+ year(s) Experience in a horticulture or manufacturing environment is preferred but not requiredSelf-motivated with the ability to learn, improve, and communicate effectivelyAbility to work effectively in a team environment and as an individual contributorMust be able to work independently to complete assigned workload within the allocated timeframeAbility to work all shifts (as needed), maintaining punctuality and attendanceAbility to perform repetitive, detail-orientated duties dailyWORK CONDITIONSThis is a labor-intensive position, working in a greenhouse and manufacturing environment. This position is in an environment that frequently has a strong cannabis odor. This position will frequently be in-contact with cannabis in its vegetative, flowering, harvested, and cured phases. This position requires frequent direct contact with the cannabis plant before it is cured and contact post-cure. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to: Sit, Walk, Stand, Crouch, Stoop, Bend, Reach, and Lift for extended periods of timeHold arms above head for extended periods of time to trim plants, hang trellis, and remove leaves Use hands and fingers to operate, handle, and/or feel objects, tools, and/or controls; and reach with hands and armsLift and/or move up to 75 pounds in totes or on rolling cartsScrub tables, floors, and other surfaces with brushes during remediationOperate light machinery including power washers, foam sprayers, and other remediation toolsOccasionally operate a forklift per standard operating procedure and supervisor directionWill be required to wear varying degrees of personal protective equipment for specific tasks (some tasks require partial PPE; some will require full PPE)Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focusMust be able to work in rooms with temperatures averaging 68 – 82 degrees with elevated humidity levels (45%-70%) and intense bright lights as well as areas with higher-than-average CO2 levels. Must be able to work in the dark or altered colored lighting utilizing green uv headlamps. Communicate clearly and effectively with team members and leadership through talking and hearing The work environment may include exposure to fumes, dust, odors, heights, temperatures, motion, and moderate-to-loud noisesThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a background check and drug screening prior to their start date. Employment is contingent upon passing these screenings.