Irrigation Specialist

Responsibilities:

• Ensure all irrigation and nutrient feeding requirements are followed accordingly
• Assist with the development of SOP’s as they relate to nutrients, irrigation strategy, preventative maintenance, irrigation procedures and sanitation
• Operation and maintenance of all irrigation equipment and controls, in addition to overseeing any repairs or upgrades
• Maintain full compliance with all Cannabis Act regulations
• Learn and master environmental and fertigation system (Hoogendoorn) to support healthy plant life
• Optimize systems to improve yield, quality and tighten range of environmental controls in production
• Handling, mixing, and applying fertilizer and nutrient mixes at measured concentrations to meet the needs of the crop
• Ensure signage as it relates to health and safety hazards are posted within the room and SDS sheets are made readily available
• Responsible for overseeing sanitation and preventative maintenance as it relates to the irrigation room
• Use of the manual and automated system to monitor and adjust the irrigation settings
• Perform regular calibration of meters and scales for monitoring and measurement, with completion of accompanying paperwork
• Perform regular testing of Electro-Chemically Activated water concentrate and Reverse Osmosis water
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and solve problems related to irrigation and environmental control
• Perform regular tests of the system to ensure consistent working condition across all zones in the facility
• Collect and analyze water, feed, and runoff samples to determine if an adjustment to the nutrient schedule is needed
• Maintain inventory of nutrients, chemicals and filter media used in irrigation
• Complete and maintain proper documentation of all necessary activities in compliance with the Cannabis Act regulations and internal SOPs

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 1 year experience in irrigation, agricultural/greenhouse production, or a related field considered an asset
• 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 would be an asset
• Proficient knowledge of the materials and equipment used in an automated irrigation system
• Experience with Hoogendoorn systems highly desirable
• Industrial automation experience knowledge and/or computer controls considered a strong asset
• Basic agricultural knowledge considered an asset understanding of computers, documentation software, Word and Excel considered an asset
• Ability to perform physical work such as standing and walking for extended periods of time, frequent bending, kneeling, and reaching
• Must be eligible to legally work in Canada
• Will include weekends, shift hours TBD