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Join Mohave Cannabis Co. as a Full-Time Cultivator in Fort Mohave, where excitement meets innovation! Embrace a hands-on role that allows you to work directly with cutting-edge agricultural technology, contributing to our mission of excellence in the cannabis industry.

We are Mohave Cannabis Co.! A gritty, hard-working, never-give-up, ready to have a good time kind of people.

Your Impact

The Cultivator is responsible for overseeing the success of our cultivation operations, focusing on the propagation, care, maintenance, and health of all cannabis plants.

What You'll Do (Personnel Duties, Authority, and Responsibilities)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other responsibilities and projects may be assigned for the overall benefit of the organization.

• Cloning:
• Cuttings from mother plants are taken using proper techniques to ensure healthy clones.
• Preparing cloning mediums and maintaining optimal humidity and temperature in the cloning environment.
• Monitoring clone health, including checking for root development, disease, and pests.
• Transplanting rooted clones into larger containers.
• Preparing nutrient mix for plants to assist with plant growth.
• Cataloging and analyzing each individual strain from clone to flower to harvesting.
• Adhering to facility-specific growing protocols.
• Transplanting:
  • Transplanting vegetative plants into larger pots as needed.
  • Preparing soil mixes and ensuring proper drainage.
  • Handling plants carefully to minimize stress during transplanting.
• Plant Maintenance:
  • Pruning and trimming plants to promote healthy growth and maximize yield.
  • Defoliating plants as needed to improve airflow and light penetration.
  • Identifying and addressing plant deficiencies and pest/disease issues.
  • Applying nutrients and supplements according to established protocols.
• Watering:
  • Watering plants manually or using automated systems, ensures proper hydration without overwatering.
  • Monitoring soil moisture levels and adjusting watering schedules as needed.
  • Mixing nutrient solutions and applying them according to established protocols.

• Harvesting:

• Assist with the harvesting process, including cutting down plants, trimming, and bucking.
• Follow established procedures for handling and processing harvested cannabis.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the harvest area.
• Account for each by-product type processed off the flower; adding stems and fan leaves to waste for proper tracking.

• General:
• Ensure all assigned tasks are completed before leaving for the day unless otherwise authorized by their supervisor.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOP) for all operations, ensuring adherence to company and regulatory compliance.
• Maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
• Following all safety protocols and regulations.
• Keeping accurate records of plant growth, treatments, and other relevant data.
• Assisting with other cultivation tasks as needed.
• Adhere to local and state laws and regulations related to cannabis production.

What You Bring (Qualifications)

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong work ethic and a positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Ability to stand and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.
• Basic understanding of plant biology and cultivation techniques.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to acquire and maintain a facility agent card through the state.
• Flexible scheduling with the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Preferred:

• Previous experience in cannabis cultivation or horticulture.
• Knowledge of different cannabis strains and their characteristics.
• Experience with cloning, transplanting, and plant maintenance techniques.
• Familiarity with different growing mediums and nutrient solutions.
• Experience with pest and disease management in cannabis.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to maintain focus, talk, or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers and handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; carry; push; pull; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 45 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is regularly exposed to strong cannabis odors and is frequently required to handle cannabis products. Exposure to environmental particles such as pollen and plant pathogens. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Note

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" relationship.

The company is drug-free, an equal-opportunity employer, and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Ability to acquire and maintain a facility agent card through the state.