Graveyard Cannabis Applicator Technician

Grow Op Farms, the leading I-502 producer by volume of top-shelf cannabis in the state of Washington, is hiring a Graveyard Applicator Technician for their Spokane Valley Location. This is a Full-Time position in a high-volume, fast paced, production driven environment.
The hours for this position are 6:00pm - 3:00am.
The ideal candidate is organized, good with direction and follow through, will have excellent verbal and written communication as well as the ability to multi-task to stay on track. Full-Time schedules consist of 40 hours per week with the opportunity for overtime to meet business needs. Affordable benefits offered within 90 days: medical, dental, vision, accident, and life.
*For consideration, please submit a resume and cover letter in addition to your completed online application. A resume does not replace application work history.*
Job Summary
This position is responsible for mixing and applying various inputs to cannabis plants daily to maintain a robust Integrated Pest Management program that delivers a healthy, pest-free and disease-free garden. Supports and adheres to company's Standards of Conduct & Discipline.

Job Duties/Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each of the essential duties/responsibilities listed below. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties/responsibilities of this job.

1. Reads and understands all labels for on-hand insecticides, fungicides, multicides, beneficial bacteria, and insects/nematodes.
2. Decides what product needs to be applied, where it is applied, and when it is needed to be applied.
3. Mixes tank applications of insecticides, fungicides, miticides, beneficial bacteria's, and insects/nematodes.
4. Applies pesticides on cannabis crops, applied pesticides to the root zones of cannabis plants in accordance with all state, local and federal laws.
5. Follows directive given by Applicator License Holder; communicates upcoming and daily operations.
6. Cleans and maintains all sprayers, pumps, hoses, barrels used for pesticides applications.
7. Makes records of all pesticide applications applied to crops.
8. Maintains compliant storage of all pesticides and herbicides and the proper disposal of pesticides and the containers.
9. Wears proper Personal Protective Equipment when handling or applying.
10. Coaches and trains new and existing crew members as assigned.
11. Ensures work area and all equipment is clean and organized.
12. Assists with Research & Development projects as assigned.
13. Performs all other duties/responsibilities as necessary or assigned.

Job Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must meet the minimum qualifications listed below. These qualifications are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required to perform this job.

• Must be 21 years old or older

Education/Experience: to perform this job successfully, an individual must have:

• High School Diploma or a General Education Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Six (6) months or more experience in Propagation/Grow
• Must acquire Private Applicator License within eight (8) weeks in position

Physical Abilities: to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to:

• Regularly sit or stand for long periods of time doing repetitive tasks with hands, pull/push, carry up to 50 pounds, grasp, walk, reach, climb, stoop/crouch, crawl, talk, or hear.
• Occasionally taste, or smell.
• Clearly see 20+ feet, with or without corrective lenses and differentiate between colors (no color blindness).

Mental & Other Skills/Abilities: to perform this job successfully, an individual must have:

• Adaptability: ability to adapt to changes, delays or unexpected events in the work environment; ability to manage competing demands and prioritize tasks; ability to change approach or method to best fit the situation.
• Analytical Ability: ability to maintain focus for extended periods of time.
• Computer/Technical Ability: working knowledge of Word Processing software, Spreadsheet software, and labeling machines.
• Dependability: ability to follow instructions, both in written and verbal format; ability to respond to management direction; ability to complete tasks on time or notify the appropriate person with an alternate plan when necessary.
• Interpersonal Skills: ability to maintain satisfactory relationships with others, excellent customer service skills, and a good overall understanding of appropriate human relations.
• Judgment: ability to make prudent and timely decisions; ability to exhibit sound and accurate judgment; ability to explain reasoning for decisions.
• Language Ability: ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence; ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Mathematical Ability: ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Motor Coordination: ability to coordinate eyes, hands, fingers, and feet accurately and handle precise movements.
• Problem Solving Ability: ability to identify and/or prevent problems before they occur; ability to formulate alternative solutions to problems when necessary; ability to transfer learning from past experiences to new experiences of similar nature.
• Quality Management: ability to complete duties, on time and with absolute precision, at least 95% of the time; ability to edit the accuracy and thoroughness of one's work as well as the work of others; ability to constructively apply feedback to improve performance; ability to generate ideas to improve and promote quality in work.
• Reasoning Ability: ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions; ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Workplace Environmental Conditions
While performing the essential duties/responsibilities of this job, the employee will be:

• Noise Conditions: exposed during a shift to constant or intermittent moderate to loud noise levels.
• Injury Exposure: occasionally exposed to workplace hazards or to potential injuries.
• Atmospheric Exposures: exposed to dusts, fumes, vapors, or mists that could affect the occupational health of the employee.
• Toxic Chemicals: may be exposed to some toxic or caustic chemicals.

Salary: $map.get("vacancy_salary_details"). Date posted: 12/29/2021