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NATIVE ROOTS

Cultivation Associate

Denver, CO · On-site

$19.29 - $20/hr

... crop inspection, and harvest preparation. * Monitors and records environmental factors including ... Maintains a clean and sanitized work space by performing tasks such as sweeping, mopping, dusting ...

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NATIVE ROOTS

Cultivation Associate

Denver, CO · On-site

$19.29 - $20/hr

... crop inspection, and harvest preparation. * Monitors and records environmental factors including ... Maintains a clean and sanitized work space by performing tasks such as sweeping, mopping, dusting ...

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Cultivation Associate

Cultivation Associate

NATIVE ROOTS

Denver, CO • On-site

$19.29 - $20/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

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Description
Why Work at Native Roots?
At Native Roots, we believe in growing together-personally, professionally, and as a team. From day one, you'll step into a supportive, rewarding environment where your contributions are recognized and your growth is prioritized. We offer immediate access to benefits like paid time off, along with comprehensive health coverage, mental wellness resources, and flexible scheduling that supports real work-life balance. Whether you're passionate about cannabis, looking to build a meaningful career, or just want to work somewhere that truly values its people-this is the place.
Application Deadline: 7/9/26
Availability: Thursday-Sunday
The Cultivation Associate is responsible for general plant care through the entire life cycle. Monitors and cares for plants on a daily basis as they progress from clone transplant until harvest.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Performs cannabis cultivation tasks including transplanting, plant feeding, defoliation, topping, flushing, foliar feeding, preventive spraying, waste disposal, crop inspection, and harvest preparation.
  • Monitors and records environmental factors including humidity, temperature, and CO2 levels.
  • Monitors plants for pests and pathogens.
  • Mixes nutrient solutions for plant feeding and records associated data.
  • Performs water, media, solution sampling and testing.
  • Maintains daily activity records and operations logs for all activities.
  • Maintains a clean and sanitized work space by performing tasks such as sweeping, mopping, dusting, and organizing work areas.
  • Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
  • Must possess or obtain a Colorado Marijuana Enforcement Division (MED) Employee License.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Basic organizational and time management skills.
  • Basic mathematical skills.
  • Metric and standard measurement knowledge.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Knowledge of METRC and Marijuana Enforcement Division (MED) compliance regulations related to cannabis cultivation.
  • Knowledge of cannabis cultivation nutrient requirements, planting mediums, lighting requirements, environmental requirements, soil growing methods, watering, container systems, hydroponics, temperature and humidity requirements, and drip irrigation.
  • Knowledge of beneficial and detrimental bacteria, plant diseases, insects, fungi, and related methods to manage cultivation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Standing for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to lift up to 50lbs and push/pull up to 100lbs.
  • Ability to perform the following physical tasks: sitting, standing, stooping, stretching, walking, bending, twisting, reaching, performing repetitive motions, and carrying boxes or items.
  • Ability to work in the same area as cannabis and have direct contact with cannabis material.
  • Ability to complete repetitive tasks for the majority of your workday.
  • Ability to safely use and store chemicals including pesticides, fungicides, cleaning agents, and nutrient concentrates following manufacturer's recommendations and/or SOP's.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
  • In person at the production location based on schedule.

ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION DETAILS:
  • Bonus eligibility.
  • Accrue paid time off (PTO) immediately; starting at 2 weeks per year.
  • Health, dental, vision, life, disability, accident, and critical illness insurance plans.
  • Retirement plans available after 6 months of employment.
  • ZayZoon: Earned Wage Access! Get Paid whenever you need with wages-on-demand via ZayZoon. No need to wait until payday! We are partnered with ZayZoon, an employee benefit that gives you instant access to your wages ahead of payday.

Native Roots Cannabis Co. is aware that fake job postings, job interviews, and job offers are being promoted, mainly on social media. Native Roots will only make a job offer to a candidate once the candidate has submitted a job application and participated in a face-to-face interview. Native Roots will never request payment or require candidates to submit a check or other form of financial information during the recruitment/onboarding process. All email correspondence from Native Roots will end in "@nativeroots.com". If you have any questions, please contact HR@nativeroots.com.

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