Gardener

• Base Pay $22.00 / Hour
• Employee Type Full Time

Good Chemistry grows, breeds and sells premium, small-batch cannabis. The company was founded over 22 years ago in San Francisco as a medical cannabis co-op and since that time, we have expanded our independently‑owned operations throughout Colorado, Massachusetts and Nevada. We are a rapidly growing company and provide equal opportunities for career advancement in a fun, fast‑paced environment.

Pay Rate: $22.00 per hour commensurate with experience

Expected timeframe to fill position:
Immediately

Job Summary:

The health of the garden is the primary goal and responsibility of those in the cultivation department. Duties include the following but are not limited to, defoliation, pruning, harvest cut down and clean up, fresh frozen prep, taking out trash and keeping the cultivation areas clean and free from clutter. Tasks such as cloning, transplanting, topping, watering plants will be taught after time well spent in the Garden.

Gardeners typically work 7:30am-4:00pm Monday-Friday. Opportunities for weekend work is open when available. Gardeners are expected to be flexible in their schedule and be prepared to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Duties & Responsibilities

Perform daily work such as defoliation, pruning, harvest cut down and clean up, fresh frozen prep , and cleaning of cultivation rooms/work areas

Adapt to various strains, styles and types of marijuana plants being cultivated

Adhere to all regulations and policies set forth by the Marijuana Enforcement Division

Learn and apply safe and effective commercial marijuana cultivation techniques

Other duties and projects as assigned by management, both in MA & CO

Job Requirements (Education and Experience)

High school diploma or equivalent

No prior cannabis industry experience required

This job involves cannabis and requires that you be at least 21 years old. Do you meet the age requirement?

Must have a proficient understanding of METRC to complete assigned tasks

Essential Job Functions

Must qualify for the use of a full-face respirator

Must be able to complete repetitive fine motor movements

Must be able to seize, hold, grasp, turn, open, close, lift, or otherwise work with your hand(s) to manipulate packaging, products, and pruning equipment repetitively throughout a 10hr shift.

Must be able to work in an environment with high noise and high light intensity

Must be comfortable using provided PPE such as masks, hair nets, beard covers, respirators, boot covers, non-slip shoes, and Tyvek suits as necessary.

Qualifications

Must be able to work well with others as well as independently

Must pass a background check in order to obtain an MED badge through Marijuana Enforcement Division.

Proficient in G Suite and Apple OS

Ability to work effectively across departments

Excellent oral and written communication, prioritization and problem-solving skills

Experience in building new teams and proliferating company culture

Proven attention to detail and organization skills

Must be able to maintain accuracy and consistency in all aspects of cultivation

Must be able to follow basic instructions

Must possess basic knowledge of cannabis, industry products, strain classifications, genetics, and compliance

Must be able to take constructive criticism from managers to maintain quality standards and production goals

Must show up on time, ready to work and maintain a standard of personal hygiene for production of marijuana flower

Able to focus and stay on task for long periods of time

Able to stand for long periods of time

Able to lift up to 50 lbs

Additional Requirements:

Must be able to lift, carry, pull, push, move up to 50 pounds (100 pounds with mechanical assistance)

Must be able to work seated/standing as…