Cultivation Associate I - Nursery - 1st Shift

As a Cultivation Associate I at Curaleaf, your main tasks will include trimming, pruning, transplanting, caring for plants, and ensuring clean and organized grow rooms. You'll work closely with cultivation leadership to follow production schedules and maintain quality control throughout the cultivation process.

Curaleaf looks for candidates who have a passion for working with plants, attention to detail, and experience in plant care, whether through home gardening or professional settings. Previous experience in horticulture or agriculture is a plus, but not a requirement to apply.

Working as a Cultivation Associate I at Curaleaf involves being in a hands-on environment surrounded by greenery. You'll need to be ready for a fast-paced team atmosphere and be comfortable with various physical tasks, such as lifting and standing for extended periods.

The Cultivation Associate I position at Curaleaf is a full-time role with a first shift from Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. You'll have weekends off to recharge and enjoy your personal time.

Curaleaf offers competitive pay and benefits for Cultivation Associates, including health, dental, and vision insurance, generous PTO, 401(K) retirement plans, and opportunities for career growth. The company also emphasizes community involvement initiatives.

Share specific experiences that demonstrate your ability to work with plants, such as gardening or relevant work experience. Emphasize your attention to detail and teamwork skills, as these are crucial in the cultivation environment at Curaleaf.

Explain your approach to organizing tasks, whether it involves making a list or evaluating which plants need immediate attention. Highlight your ability to adapt and tackle urgent needs while maintaining overall care schedules.

Discuss a specific instance where you noticed signs of pest damage or disease in plants. Explain how you addressed the situation and what actions you took to rectify or mitigate the problem.

Talk about your experience with monitoring growing conditions, such as humidity and temperature. Mention any practices you follow to promote healthy plant growth, like proper watering or nutrient application.

Explain that sanitation is critical for preventing pest infestations and diseases. Share your knowledge of cleaning practices you implement to maintain a sterile environment, ensuring the health and quality of the plants.

Detail your familiarity with tools or equipment used in plant care, such as trimmers or irrigation systems. If you have experience operating cultivation machinery, mention that and describe any maintenance practices you follow.

Highlight your ability to adapt to physically demanding tasks and mention any relevant work or personal experiences that showcase your endurance and commitment to maintaining productivity throughout your shifts.

Convey your enthusiasm for Curaleaf’s mission and values, particularly its commitment to quality and community involvement. Share how your personal beliefs align with the company's vision and your eagerness to contribute positively.

Discuss potential challenges such as tight schedules or plant health issues. Share how your problem-solving skills and proactive attitude will help you navigate these challenges effectively.

Talk about your teamwork philosophy and strategies for maintaining good communication and collaboration with colleagues. Mention your commitment to promoting a supportive work environment and tackling challenges together as a team.