Job Title: Assistant Plant Health Manager
Reports to: Plant Health Manager and Director of Operations
Days/Hours: M-F, 6:45 am to 4:00 pm; may vary
Compensation Type: Salary, Full-time
Location: Santa Rosa, CA
DESCRIPTION
About the Company:
PFARMEE Inc. is a professional services company that provides skilled team members to a group of companies collectively referred to as The Pasta Farm. The team is of like-minded individuals who are passionate about cultivating and producing the best sungrown cannabis in the world. We love agriculture because of its connection to the land and seasons. We are a Santa Rosa-based company seeking an energetic person who loves farming and cannabis to join as the Assistant Plant Health Manager.
About the Opportunity:
You will be an integral part of the farming operation from seed and clone through harvest. We are looking for aAssistant Plant Health Manager to join our cultivation team. The Plant Health Technician provides horticultural and pest management knowledge to support the activities and operations of our cultivation department. Our ideal candidate is a self-motivated, positive individual with a background in agronomy or horticulture. Cannabis experience is not required but preferred. Traditional agricultural experience is a plus.
This position will be located on-site at our Kelseyville location during the growing season (April-October), and at our Santa Rosa office in the winter (November-March). This position is regular full-time, Salary, Exempt, and reports to the Plant Health Manager and Director of Operations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist the Plant Health Manager in duties as assigned.
- Ability to lead and coach teams of 5-7 people
- Assist with QC/QA of different cultivation tasks
- Oversee execution of pest scouting, identification, and monitoring.
- Oversee the execution of different types of sampling and data collection
- Reporting pest and disease findings.
- Works efficiently and manages time effectively.
- Highly organized and meticulous attention to detail.
- Perform any tasks assigned to you by management.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
QUALIFYING SKILLS:
Education & Experience:
- College degree in an agriculture related field required.
- 1-2 years of farming in cannabis or traditional agriculture.
- 1-2 years of experience in identifying pests and plant diseases.
- 1-2 years work experience in agriculture in a supervisory role is preferred.
- Agricultural equipment operator experience is preferred but not required.
- Knowledge of integrated pest management practices.
- Bilingual is a plus, but not required.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Background check required.
- US work authorization (required).
Skills and Proficiency:
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team to accomplish assigned tasks.
- Computer proficiency with Google Suite, Microsoft Office, and Excel applications.
- Adapts and thrives in a demanding, fast-paced environment.
- Able to occasionally lift up to 50 lb.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule (Some nights and weekends are required; Overtime may be required.)
- Mandatory 6-day work weeks during harvest
- Harvest blackout dates: September 15th - November 15th
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to do the following:
- Must be able to sit, stand, and stoop for extended periods throughout the growing, harvesting, and processing season.
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds regularly.
- Regularly ascends/descends <20% slope in the working area.
- Ability to pass a respirator fit test and medical evaluation
Work Environment:
- Work outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Daily exposure to machinery noise and extreme heat/cold.
- Exposure to fine particulate cannabis plant material as airborne particles.
Classification: Exempt / Salary, Full-time
SALARY DESCRIPTION
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
Salary Range: $76,500 per year, depending on experience.
EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work may vary Monday through Friday. Overtime, nights, and weekends are required.
PFarmEE Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all applicants will be considered without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
Pay: From $76,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- Do you have Pesticides Experience? This position is for a technician in Pesticides and keeping plants healthy.
Work Location: In person
