Cannabis Applicator Technician

Grow Op Farms, the leading I-502 producer by volume of top-shelf cannabis in the state of Washington, is hiring Applicator Technicians for their Spokane Valley Location.

This is a full time position, with a set schedule and affordable benefits offered within 90 days: medical, dental, vision, life and accident. The full-time schedule consists of 40 hours per week, with the opportunity for overtime to meet business needs.

• 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 programs 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.

• Reads and understands all labels for on-hand insecticides, fungicides, multicides, beneficial bacteria and insects/nematodes.


• Decides what product needs to be applied, where it is applied, and when it is needs to be applied.


• Mixes tank applications of insecticides, fungicides, miticides, beneficial bacteria's and insects/nematodes.


• Applies pesticides on cannabis crops, applied pesticides to the root zones of cannabis plants in accordance with all state, local and federal laws.


• Follows directive given by Applicator License Holder; communicates upcoming and daily operations.


• Cleans and maintains all sprayers, pumps, hoses, barrels used for pesticides applications.


• Makes records of al pesticide applications applied to crops.


• Maintains compliant storage of all pesticides and herbicides and the proper disposal of pesticides and the containers.


• Wears proper Personal Protective Equipment when handling or applying.


• Coaches and trains new and existing crew members.


• Ensures works area and all equipment is clean and organized.


• Partners with management on personnel management including: recommending performance/disciplinary actions, schedule changes, and/or position changes.


• 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: the 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.