Fertigation Technician

If you have an interest in being part of one of the fastest growing industries in the nation in you may consider wanting to work for Trulieve! If you have a desire to help others in need through your efforts, this may be the role for you! 

At Trulieve, we strive to bring our patients the relief they need in a product they can trust. Our plants are hand-grown in an environment specially designed to reduce unwanted chemicals and pests, keeping the process as natural as possible at every turn.

Our products are designed to alleviate seizures, severe and persistent muscle spasms, pain, nausea, loss of appetite, and other symptoms associated with serious medical conditions such as cancer.

Our specially trained staff works hand-in-hand with physicians to provide the right products and the correct dosage to ensure patients get the compassionate care they need.

To learn more about our company, please visit our website; 

https://www.trulieve.com

Requisition ID:  16677 

Remote Work Available: No 

Job Title: Fertigation Technician 

Business Unit: Cultivation

Location: Reading, PA

Reports To: Cultivation Site Supervisor

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Regular Full-time

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Attending to a large-scale cultivation facility.
• The Fertigation Technician works in conjunction with the Fertigation Manager to oversee and implement all irrigation and fertigation activities across the entire grow
• Check and balance EC & pH of stock tanks according to company standard operations procedures (SOPs)
• Maintain and ensure Irrigation and Fertigation equipment is in good working order
• Work closely with the grow team to ensure the irrigation/fertigation plan is properly implemented and maintained
• Responsible for mixing fertilizer concentrates.
• Running the fertigation schedule.
• Track feedings per DOH regulations.
• Assist and work collectively and respectfully with other cultivation and facilities team members.
• Clean fertigation equipment and provide mechanical maintenance of the fertigation equipment.
• Follow all safety regulations set by supervisors.
• Ensure an overall positive, safe, clean and organized environment.
• Additional duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Two years of experience in building and/or mechanical equipment maintenance and repair.
• Basic understanding of GMPs and HACCP
• Detail oriented and well organized.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills as well as active listening skills.
• Practices diligence with a sense of urgency.
• Fundamental knowledge of production and equipment process operations.
• Ability to count accurately, do simple math
• Ability to work in various temperatures and environments.
• Sound judgment and critical thinking skills.
• Must have the ability to push, pull, or lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Throughout extended periods must be capable of sitting, squatting, standing, kneeling, bending, or walking throughout the workday.
• General tool, hardware, ladder, and building skills. Must be able to use a 12' extension ladder.
• Must have open availability.
• Environmental requirements and exposure: Exposure to fertilizer, dusts, odors, high heat, low temperature, high and low humidity, high noise levels, vibrations, water, dry salts, allergens, pollen, dust, plant pathogens, other volatile organic compounds, and other environmental variables

DESIRABLE

• Experience and knowledge in horticulture and/or agriculture.
• Previous manufacturing/ laborer experience.

EDUCATION 

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

  A comprehensive benefits package including paid time off is offered with this position. This position will work an average of 40 hours per week and will be available “after hours” if an emergency situation should arise.

Trulieve provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.