Janitor - Help Our Cannabis Plants Thrive

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Iowa Cannabis Company in Iowa City, IA is currently seeking Janitor to join our team at our state-of-the-art cannabis production facility. Join us in our mission to provide high-quality medical cannabis products to patients across Iowa. As a leader in the industry, we are committed to innovation and excellence in the extraction process.  We currently operate three medical dispensaries in the state of Iowa, along with our medical cannabis manufacturing facility. 

Are you passionate about plants and eager to join the booming cannabis industry? We at Iowa Cannabis Company are on the lookout for a dedicated Janitor  to join our team at our modern cannabis growing and processing facility. 

Are you ready to dive into the world of cannabis and contribute to our thriving industry? If yes, step into the role of the Janitor position  at Iowa Cannabis Company and enjoy a fulfilling journey with our dynamic team!

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Routine Maintenance of major building equipment
• Schedule regular inspections for necessary equipment (HVAC, fire extinguishers, etc)
• Clean and sanitize office areas and bathrooms
• Clean, mop and vacuums floors
• Empty and remove trash/recycling materials
• Maintains outside walk areas, including sweeping debris
• Dusts and wipe down furniture
• Moves cabinets, boxes and equipment to clean areas
• Sometimes using ladders, dust and washes walls, cleans ceilings and dusts fixtures
• Establish an in-house inventory of cleaning supplies
• Support the various departments within the building
• Assess and recommend maintenance needs as the business grows
• Receiving and accepting deliveries
• Assist with all in-house laundry needs
• Clean and sanitize office areas and bathrooms
• Clean, mop and vacuums floors
• Empty and remove trash/recycling materials
• Maintains outside walk areas, including sweeping debris
• Dusts and wipe down furniture
• Moves cabinets, boxes and equipment to clean areas
• Sometimes using ladders, dust and washes walls, cleans ceilings and dusts fixtures
• Establish an in-house inventory of cleaning supplies
• Support the various departments within the building
• Assess and recommend maintenance needs as the business grows
• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of all areas of the facility including production rooms, break rooms, restrooms, and storage areas
• Sweep and mop floors, vacuum carpets, and empty trash bins regularly
• Clean and sanitize production equipment and tools as needed
• Maintain inventory of cleaning supplies and report shortages to management
• Assist with setup and breakdown of workstations as needed
• Follow all safety protocols and wear personal protective equipment while performing cleaning duties
• Keep track of maintenance issues and report them to the appropriate department
• Assist with organization and inventory management in storerooms and supply closets
• Monitor and replenish restroom supplies such as soap, paper towels, and toilet paper
• Clean windows, mirrors, and other glass surfaces throughout the facility
• Assist with pest control efforts and report any issues to management
• Perform light maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs and batteries in equipment
• Follow proper waste disposal procedures for hazardous materials and biohazardous waste
• Set up and break down conference rooms and event spaces for meetings and special events
• Ensure that all safety signs and regulatory signage is in place and visible throughout the facility
• Assist with snow removal and salting during inclement weather
• Perform minor repairs and maintenance tasks as needed
• Coordinate with outside vendors for facility maintenance services as necessary
• Participate in facility inspections and audits to ensure compliance with regulatory standards
• Assist with other duties as assigned by management to ensure the smooth operation of the facility.
• Additional Duties May Include:

 Extraction:

• Perform general manual labor tasks including loading, unloading, lifting, and moving materials.
• Clean glassware and sensitive lab equipment, as well as general cleaning of the lab areas.
• Work at an efficient pace in a production environment while gramming out and packaging all concentrate products and vape cartridges
• Perform general maintenance of equipment, tools, and workspace.
• Preparing equipment and plant materials for extraction, including but not limited to dry biomass grinding and fresh biomass packing in a freezer environment.

Cultivation:

• Perform daily room maintenance checks to ensure all equipment is operating correctly
• Perform plant work in accordance with the needs of the production schedule
• Maintain a clean and sterile working environment
• Perform deep Cleaning and Disinfection tasks throughout the entire facility INCLUDING some janitorial tasks.
• Harvest plants at the end of their growth cycle
• Trellising plants during flowering cycle
• Package cannabis flower, concentrates and vape products for sale.
• Irrigation line maintenance
• Follow and execute the company's Standard Operating Procedures
• Topping and pruning vegetative plants as directed and in accordance to companies SOP’s
• Preparing grow media for clones and/or transplants
• Irrigating by hand according to plants size and needs
• Following strict biosecurity protocols, maintaining sanitation of tools and person
• Cleaning tables, mopping floors
• Standing/squatting/bending with arms extended for long periods of time
• Affixing tags/labels to plants/packages
• Hand watering in accordance with companies Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s)
• Filling flowering rooms with vegetative plants
• Working at a fast pace under warm cultivation lights - rooms average 75+ degrees
• Other duties as assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Job duties may include work indoors and outdoors during all seasons, 365 days/year.
• Employees may be exposed to difficult or stressful vendor, customer, or employee situations requiring patience and professionalism to effectively handle.
• Work duties may require sedentary activities, active standing, stooping and/or kneeling. 
• Production facility operates 365 days a year with shifts typically occurring between 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m.  Job responsibilities occasionally fall outside of typical shifts. 
• Employees are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, masks, hearing protection and safety glasses.
• The production facility may have strong odors and varying temperatures due to the cultivation and processing of cannabis.
• Employees may be required to work in confined spaces, such as plant growing areas or extraction rooms.
• Exposure to potential allergens, such as pollen or plant materials.
• The use of chemicals and pesticides is common in a cannabis production facility, which may require employees to follow strict safety protocols and wear additional PPE.
• Noise levels in the facility may be loud due to equipment or machinery operations.
• The facility has strict security measures, including video surveillance and restricted access, to ensure compliance with regulations and prevent theft.
• Regular cleaning and sanitization of the work area required to maintain a safe and hygienic environment.
• Able to work in low oxygen areas.
• Capable of working with or around caustic and potentially harmful chemicals.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to regularly lift 50 pounds and occasionally lift up to 200 pounds with assistance.
• Must be able to complete job duties that involve frequent bending, reaching, and carrying of heavy materials or equipment.
• Must be able to stand for up to eight hours per day.
• Must be able to proficiently operate computers, tablets and other productivity machinery and technology.
• Must be able to reliably arrive at work on time for scheduled shifts.
• Must be able to ascend/descend a ladder to service displays, products, or service ceiling lights.
• Must be able to type at least 40 words per minute.
• Must be able to move about the retail store, as needed, to assist customers and perform required functions.
• Must be able to remain in a designated work area for up to eight hours per day with the exception of breaks as required by law. 
• Must be able to position oneself to access products within all areas of the production facility.
• Must be able to effectively communicate information and ideas so vendors, customers and coworkers will understand. Must be able to convey and exchange accurate information in these situations.   
• Must be able to continue to assist vendors, customers and coworkers during and after stressful situations resulting from interactions.
• Must be able to accurately observe details at close range in order to recognize, identify, detect, determine and assess objects.
• Must be able to prepare, place and position retail products or items.
• Must be able to effectively communicate information displayed on digital screens.
• Must be able to perform other job duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or college degree
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office
• Record production and test data for each product batch, such as the ingredients used, temperature, test results, and time cycle, and pressures during the extraction process.
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must be and remain compliant with any and all regulatory requirements for working in the cannabis industry
• Must be able to internalize training and follow instructions consistently
• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
  
  

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION

• Pay starts at $17/hr.
• Employee discount includes 50% for Iowa medical cannabis card holders
• Health, Dental and Vision insurance. 
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering in-person, telephonic, texting and video counseling for help with stress, anxiety, depression, family issues, and more.
• Paid Sick Leave (PSL).
• Holiday Pay for anyone working New Years Day, 4/20, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Iowa Cannabis Company is an equal opportunity employer that believes in promoting a diverse workplace and creating a working environment in which all employees are provided with equal employment opportunities. The company will not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees with respect to any term or condition of employment based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity, transgender status, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, marital status, veteran status or any other protected class or characteristic established under applicable federal, state or local statute or ordinance.

On May 12, 2017, Governor Terry Branstad signed House File 524 into law, allowing use of medical cannabidiol to treat certain debilitating medical conditions. According to the Iowa Department of Public Health: "The Act provides that a person recommend, possess, use, dispense, deliver, transport, or administer cannabidiol if the recommendation, possession, use, dispensing, delivery, transporting, or administering is in accordance with chapter 124E of the Iowa Code."  This law also allows patients and designated primary caregivers to possess cannabidiol and requires the recommendation of a board certified physician.