Fertigation Lead

The role

The Fertigation Lead supports daily operations of irrigation and nutrient delivery systems at a cannabis cultivation facility. This role involves executing fertigation schedules, maintaining equipment, and monitoring nutrient levels.

What you will do

• Execute daily fertigation schedules and nutrient delivery plans.
• Operate and monitor fertigation equipment and systems.
• Mix, prepare, and fill concentrate and day tanks.
• Inspect, maintain, and clean fertigation lines, emitters, pumps, tanks, filters, sensors, and control systems.
• Monitor irrigation system performance and troubleshoot alarms or malfunctions.
• Collect and record data on moisture levels, EC, pH, and other metrics.
• Support soil moisture monitoring and sensor calibration.
• Maintain inventory levels of fertilizers, chemicals, and supplies.
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Assist with training and mentoring fertigation team members.

Required qualifications

• 1+ year of experience working with automated fertigation or irrigation systems in a cultivation or agriculture environment.
• Working knowledge of fertigation equipment, nutrient delivery systems, and basic plant care.
• Familiarity with fertigation software platforms such as Ridder, Argus, Priva, Anderson, or comparable systems.
• Basic understanding of pH, EC, and nutrients for plant health.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in data entry and recordkeeping.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions, SOPs, and safety guidelines.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in computer applications, including word processing, database management, point-of-sale (POS) systems, and Windows-based software.
• Requires work around plant material, which could include exposure to plant pollen and/or dust.
• Requires ability to sit, stand, kneel, and/or do repetitive actions with your hands for long periods of time.

Nice to have

• Demonstrated experience training, leading and/or mentoring junior staff or new hires
• Cannabis cultivation experience
• Familiarity with Illinois cannabis regulations

Benefits

• Major medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(K)-match program
• FSA/HSA programs
• LTD/STD options
• Life insurance and AD&D
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Annual discretionary bonuses
• Stock options
• Employee discount program

Before you apply

• Must be 21 years of age or older to apply
• Must comply with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry
• The company does not offer employment-based visa sponsorship for this role or any other position
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without the need for current or future sponsorship

About the company

Cresco Labs is one of the largest public, vertically integrated, multistate operators in the cannabis industry. Their mission is to normalize and professionalize cannabis through their employees.