Irrigation and Controls Specialist

Responsibilities:

• Learn and master environmental and fertigation system (Hoogendoorn) to support healthy plant life. 
• Responsible for daily assessments of crop saturation and health. Ensure strong crop growth by maintaining good root zone conditions (EC/pH) as well as proper irrigation frequencies. 
• Optimize systems to improve yield, quality, and tighten the range of environmental controls in the production space. Including Climate, Light, Soil, and fertigation management. 
• Responsible for the operation and maintenance of all irrigation equipment and controls, in addition to overseeing any repairs or upgrades.  
• Coordinate and perform general preventative and corrective maintenance of the system and measuring equipment when required 
• Handle, mix, and apply fertilizer /nutrient mixes as prescribed by the Master Grower to meet the needs of the crops, according to internal SOPs. 
• Responsible for collecting and interpreting fertilizer and leachate analysis. 
• Ensure safe handling, use, storage, and disposal of chemicals.  
• Track and maintain inventory levels fertilizer and biological agents. Document nutrient usage and maintenance. 
• Ensure signage as it relates to health and safety hazards are posted within the room and MSDS sheets are made readily available 
• Perform regular verification and calibration of meters, sensor, and scales required for monitoring and measurement within Hoogendoorn environment. This includes   completion of associate documentation.  
• Responsible for logging and recording all batch ingredients for compliance purposes. 
• Participate in and coordinate irrigation room sanitation efforts (Cleaning pipes, buckets, filters etc.) as well as other chemical applications deemed necessary. 
• Other duties as assigned by Master Grower or Cultivation Manager. 

Qualifications:

• High school diploma and College degree in Horticultural or other applicable education considered an asset. 
• 2- 3years experience in irrigation, agricultural/greenhouse production, or a related field. 
• Intimate knowledge of the cannabis plant and nutrient requirements.  
• Proven ability to operate and maintain fertigation systems.  
• Commercial irrigation experience or professional equivalency is an asset.  
• Must be able to obtain a Responsible Person in Charge (RPIC)security clearance, if requested. 
• AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (Preferred).  
• Proficient knowledge of the materials and equipment used in an automated irrigation system.  
• Experience with computerize climate control systems (Hoogendoorn, Argus or Priva), documentation software, word, and excel. 
• Knowledge and experience with low voltage electronics considered an asset. 
• Industrial automation experience knowledge and/or computer controls are considered a strong asset. 
• Experience using hand tools considered an asset. 
• Ability to perform physical work such as standing and walking for extended periods of time, frequent bending, kneeling, and reaching. 
• Ontario Pesticide Sprayer License, or ability to obtain one. 
• Must be eligible to legally work in Canada.

Hours of Work: