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Cultivation Lead

Salinas, CA
Benefits
PTO, 401(k), Medical, Dental, Vision
Experience
2+ years cannabis cultivation
Education
High school diploma preferred
Physical Requirements
Stand/walk long periods

Cultivation Lead

Hands-on leadership role supporting daily cultivation work including planting, pruning, harvesting, sanitation, IPM, plant health monitoring, and team training.

We’re looking for an amazing Cultivation Lead to join our Cultivation Department and be a key part of our day-to-day growing operations and we want to get to know you!

As the Cannabis Cultivation Lead, you’ll play a hands-on leadership role, working alongside the cultivation team to support daily grow activities while providing guidance, direction, and support. This role is perfect for someone who leads by example, brings strong cultivation knowledge to the table, and takes pride in attention to detail. If you’re passionate about growing great cannabis and supporting a team’s success, we’d love to meet you.

We offer competitive wages, phenomenal benefits, and a generous PTO package for full-time employees.

Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour/depending on experience. 

Required Duties: 

  • Lead and support daily cultivation activities including planting, pruning, trellising, harvesting, sanitation, and IPM

  • Monitor plant health and identify pests, disease, nutrient deficiencies, or environmental stress

  • Maintain optimal grow conditions through proper lighting, irrigation, nutrients, and moisture

  • Train, coach, and mentor Cultivation team members; lead by example

  • Ensure compliance with SOPs, state regulations, and METRC requirements

  • Complete and review cultivation logs, batch records, inventory tracking, and waste procedures

  • Support cloning, transplant readiness, topping/pinching, plant shaping, and proper harvesting techniques

  • Move, fill, amend, and empty pots as directed

  • Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety across all grow areas

  • Communicate plant health concerns, improvements, and production updates to leadership

Essential Job Functions:

Physical Requirements: 

  • Ability to stand and walk for long periods
  • Ability to lift packages/boxes, which are generally under 30 pounds
  • Ability to crouch, stoop, reach, etc. 

Education/Experience:

  • High school diploma or equivalent experience preferred
  • 2+ years of hands-on cannabis cultivation experience

Competencies:

  • A solution-oriented “can-do” attitude with the desire to solve problems.
  • Personal accountability.
  • Ability to focus on work and be mentally present while on the clock.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with all staff members. 
  • Adaptability and multitasking in a fast-paced environment.

Other Misc. Requirements:

  • Must be 21 years of age

Benefits:

  • Full Time
  • PTO Plan
  • 401(k)
  • Medical, Dental, Vision benefits plans available

We are an equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Salary

$18 - $21 USD per hour
Education
High school diploma preferred
Physical Requirements
Stand/walk long periods
Department
Cultivation Department
Type
Full-Time
Age Requirement
Must be 21 years of age

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