Cultivation Assistants are involved extensively in the day to day attention of our plants.
NCC Culture and Mission Our Belief: Cannabis is a Plant for Good
Throughout its history, cannabis has always been a plant for good. We are proud to create brands, products, and content that enhance the awareness of cannabis as a force for good, wellness, and fun. Our Foundation: Strong Roots, Bright Future
Our foundation is defined by the following:
➢ The Plant: We regard the rich history between human beings and cannabis as coevolution that helped shape agricultural cultivation, natural medicine, and human consciousness.
➢ The People: We respect one another, helping others succeed, collaborating on outcomes, drawing from diversity, contributing to our communities, and having fun.
➢ The Reciprocity: We do the right thing, and maintain high ethical standards from seed to store. Our business only thrives when we know we are involved in the betterment of people’s lives.
➢ The Journey: Our backgrounds range in their diversity, bound in our trust in one another and our collective belief that cannabis will change the world for the better.
Assistant Cultivation tasks include (but are not limited to):
Maintaining a clean and organized working environment
Routine and frequent sterilization of cultivation tools, measuring cups, floors, horticultural tables, etc.
Maintaining garden needs on a daily, weekly, monthly, and harvest batch basis
Maintaining a consistent harvest/production schedule for multiple cultivars in multiple flowering environs
Cloning and propagation
Blending soils and soilless mediums
Brewing and maintaining compost teas as appropriate to plant cycles & plant needs;
Transplanting
Nutrient Recipes, reservoir and stock tank maintenance
Feeding plants according to schedule Defoliation and general canopy maintenance
Transitioning from vegetative to flowering
Monitoring EC (ppm) & pH levels in both nutrient reservoirs & planted media
Foliar feeding and IPM sprays
Monitoring and maintaining ideal CO2 enrichment
Drying and Curing assistanceWaste disposal
Tracking and tagging plants for inventory and identification purposes
Develop & Demonstrate knowledge and/or implementation of:
Pests and pathogens identification associated with cannabis cultivation; Integrated pest management (fostering symbiotic relationships within planted environs to prevent pathogens and pests);
Ideal climate conditions conducive for stages in cannabis cultivation;
Cultivation analytics (ie. EC & PH readings, Volumetric Water Content of Substrate, Vapor Pressure Deficit in climate conditions).
Best sustainable cultivation management practices;
Basic plumbing and drainage; Basic electrical (ex: 120v vs. 208/240, etc.);
Starting plants from seed and identifying males vs. female plants;
The recognition of, prevention of, and response to hermaphroditic plant organs;
Physical Demands:
Remaining in a standing position for extended periods
Able to lift up to 25lbs regularly, 50lbs infrequently
Ability to focus on repetitive tasks Hand and finger dexterity required for extended periods
Consistent hand-eye coordination
Wearing gloves and other required protective gear for extended periods when required
Ability to work varied hours/days, including nights, weekends, holidays and events, when needed.
Work Environment:
Climate controlled nursery conditions conducive to plant life
Strong cannabis aromas, and periodic odors from pesticide and cleaning products
Normal hours of operation days shifts and most weekends
Occasional loud noises from machinery
What we bring to the table
Our co-workers are a close-knit, intelligent, and motivated team.
We care about you. We offer a competitive health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their dependents.
We value diversity and inclusivity.
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
This position reports to the Cultivation Manager within a matrix organization. Please send a cover letter, resume, and LinkedIn profile.
This position will be based in our corporate office located in San Francisco, CA with minimal travel within the State of California. Compensation is dependent on experience.
