Nursery Technician I
About Us Connected International, Inc. (Connected Cannabis Co.) is a leading vertically integrated cannabis company based in Sacramento and operating in California, Arizona, and Florida. With over 11 years experience, Connected specializes in breeding, growing, manufacturing, and distributing top-shelf cannabis through its state-of-the-art facilities and proprietary genetics. With over 250 employees across the United States, Connected maintains a strong presence in the industry across multiple markets. The company has recently expanded into Arizona and Florida with ambitious national expansion plans underway. Connected's mission has always been to breed, grow, and sell the best cannabis in the world, setting high standards for its products, people, and partners wherever we go. We currently have 300+ employees across ten locations and we are in a high growth phase expanding rapidly. If you are interested in joining a world class team and working in an exciting new industry with a leader in genetics, innovation, career opportunities and growing practices, we encourage you to apply! About the Job The Nursery Technician performs labor to assist in the upkeep, stocking, and fulfillment of growing cannabis, including, but not limited to; watering, feeding, flushing, pruning, washing, cloning, transplanting, and facility maintenance under the supervision of the Cultivation General Manager. Attention to detail is extremely important. What You Will Do Perform all tasks in the nursery Mother plant maintenance, cloning, transplanting, nutrients and pH management, water management, positive airflow, temperature and humidity control, pest and disease control, IPM program implementation, plant transfer from veg to flowering. Cataloguing and maintaining organization of plants, tags, and pruning biomass Knowledge of pest and disease control management a plus. Maintain and follow the cultivation department policies and procedures. Wash and sanitize all equipment. Scout all equipment, ensuring all tools are free of pests, viruses or disease. Must be able to adapt to various strains, styles and types of cannabis being propagated; adjusting techniques to maintain a steady pace and quality. Knowledge or experience with METRC compliance is a plus. What We Are Looking For Minimum age of 21 years or older and pass a criminal background check High school or equivalent May require working rotating shifts with varied hours/day, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events Previous agricultural experience in propagation and young plant experience preferred One weekend shift required (Sunday - Thursday, or Tuesday - Saturday) Requires normal, corrective vision range, the ability to see color and the ability to distinguish letters, numbers and symbols Must be capable of lifting up to 50 lbs., with or without assistance Ability to climb, push, pull, stoop, grasp, walk, sit, stand, bend and reach for the duration of shift Requires manual dexterity to operate job related equipment Requires normal hearing range Compensation The hourly pay range for this position in the selected city is: $17.00- $21.00. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Why Connected? Connected is an exciting and innovative workplace with a highly engaged workforce brought together by a shared passion to be the best in the business. We are on a mission to breed, grow and sell the best cannabis in the world! This is a super unique opportunity to be part of the start-up stage of the booming cannabis industry. We are looking for exceptional people to join our team as we transition into the next phase of our business ventures and become a leader in the cannabis space. Competitive Pay 401(k), Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance Paid Vacation Time Career Growth and Internal Advancement Opportunities Chance to work in an exciting new start-up industry with awesome people!