Horticulturist Job Description Sample Template
JOB TITLE:
- Horticulturist
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsible for the successful cultivation of cannabis while following all MED/company guidelines.
- Perform cloning, transplanting, feeding plants, defoliation, cropping, topping, flushing, foliar and preventative sprays, waste disposal, inspecting crops, and inventory management.
- Operate heavy and light horticultural equipment and machinery.
- Track environmental factors and record data to provide to Bay Managers and Head Growers.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
- Adhere to industry standards and waste disposal procedures set forth by regulatory agencies.
- Perform water, media, and solution sampling and testing procedures.
- Uses scientific knowledge to cultivate and propagate plants.
- Conduct pest and disease investigations and experiment with improved varieties of plants with greater resistance to disease.
- Continue to develop an extensive knowledge base of successful Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies.
- Aid in oversight of the completion of operations in a timely and efficient manner.
- Maintain accurate daily activity records and operation logs as directed using designated software.
EXPERIENCE and QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be 21 years of age or older.
- Knowledge of large-scale commercial plant cultivation, including nutrient requirements, mediums, light requirements, temperature control, and airflow, etc.
- Capable of performing routine tasks and able to make equipment repairs or notify proper personnel when unable to.
- Ability to plan ahead, troubleshoot, anticipate problems, and problem-solve.
- Able to follow directions and ask questions as needed.
- Preferred knowledge of soil and hydroponic growing methods including micronutrients, beneficial bacteria, and nutrient implementation, as well as pH, PPM, and EC counts.
- Preferred knowledge of container systems with soil and hydro, as well as understanding temperature and humidity manipulation.
- Preferred knowledge of plant diseases, insects, and fungi, as well as plant treatment options.
- Must pass all required background checks.
- Must comply with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Sitting and standing for extended periods of time.
- Walking long distances and traveling up flights of stairs.
- Ability to perform manual labor tasks required for the proper management of a large-scale grow warehouse.
- Perform Repetitive Motions.
- Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. and push/pull up to 100 lbs.