Cultivation Technician

Job Title: Cultivation Technician

Location: San Diego, CA
Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $18–$22 per hour (adjust if needed)
Schedule: Monday to Friday

Job Summary:

• Cultivation Technicians support daily operations across grow rooms, post-harvest areas, and production lines. 
• Technicians will train on and perform tasks that include plant care, harvesting, trimming, material handling, batching, packaging, and operating production equipment. 
• This role requires consistency, attention to detail, strong work ethic, and the ability to follow established SOPs.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Assist with plant care routines including watering, pruning, defoliation, and trellising
• Support harvesting, drying, and environmental monitoring
• Maintain strict sanitation standards in grow rooms and shared workspaces
• Follow environmental and safety protocols for daily plant handling

General Responsibilities

• Maintain organized storage of materials, tools, and equipment
• Perform clerical or documentation work related to production and post-harvest activities
• Dispose of waste according to state and local guidelines
• Keep all work areas immaculately clean and sanitized
• Comply with chain-of-custody requirements and facility SOPs
•  Support team members and communicate effectively to meet production goals
• If you are a motivated individual with experience in cultivation, processing, METRC, or production environments—and have a passion for the cannabis industry—we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join our client in supporting high-quality operations while maintaining compliance and professionalism!

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Cultivation, trim, processing, or production experience preferred
• Ability to perform repetitive, labor-intensive tasks
• Strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to follow SOPs, instructions, and quality standards
• Receptive to feedback and committed to continuous improvement
• Ability to lift 25–50 lbs and stand for long periods
• Due to industry requirements, candidates must be 21 years or older.
• Applicants must provide valid documentation verifying their authorization to work in the U.S.

Dark Staffing Solutions is a full-service staffing agency dedicated to helping you find the right opportunity. Since 2017, we’ve connected job seekers with companies across the U.S. We offer temporary work, evaluation-to-hire roles, farm labor contracting, and career-level opportunities. Whether you're looking to get started or advance in your career, we’re here to help you grow!

How to Apply:

To apply, please fill out a formal application and upload your resume on our website: www.darkstaffingsolutions.com