Technician, Irrigation 

Job location: Bradford, ON

Employment type: Full Time Employment 
Hours: 40 Hours per week
Hourly Wage : $23 to start

A little about us

Hi, we’re Aurora Cannabis, and we’re so excited to meet you!

Aurora Cannabis is a leader in the rapidly evolving global cannabis industry, serving both medical and consumer markets worldwide. Dedicated to helping people improve their lives, Aurora is driven by science and innovation, with a focus on providing premium medical cannabis products produced with the highest standards. We proudly serve both patients and consumers across Canada, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Our global brand portfolio includes Aurora, Being, CanniMed, CraftPlant, Daily Special, Drift, Greybeard, IndiMed, MedReleaf, Pedanios, San Raf, Tasty’s, Whistler Cannabis Co, and WMMC. Aurora's brands continue to break through as industry leaders in the medical, wellness and adult recreational markets wherever they are launched.

At Aurora, employees are at the heart of everything we do as we execute with excellence and agility. Whether in our manufacturing facilities, in our state-of-the-art research labs or supporting our global business development, or, within our corporate functions such as HR, operations, government affairs, and more – our diverse A-Team leads with expertise, passion and dedication every day. Together, we are opening the world to cannabis and making a meaningful impact for patients, consumers, our communities and our A-team. 

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Supervisor, the Irrigation Technician is responsible for executing the daily activities within the Irrigation department at a highly productive and efficient pace to achieve the weekly objectives. This role is responsible for a variety of duties revolving around daily irrigation, climate adjustments and equipment/sensor maintenance to achieve consistent plant health throughout the facility as instructed by leadership.

Major Responsibilities / Duties:

· Create and adjust irrigation strategies based on plant health and irrigation requirements via PRIVA.

· Mix and weigh nutrients according to guidelines/policies.

· Adjust and monitor climate setpoints through PRIVA.

· Track irrigations and nutrient solution specifications.

· Perform media runoff samples.

· Maintain various irrigation equipment and sensors.

· Scout for pests.

· Perform pesticide and other chemical applications.

· Maintain documents, forms and logs in accordance with Health Canada regulations and QMS standards.

· Where applicable, must adhere to Aurora's SOPs and comply with Health Canada’s Cannabis Act. In addition,

must adhere to all ISO requirements and the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA).

· Communicate with other departments to ensure timely & effective operations, including facility maintenance.

· Recognize unsafe conditions and practices and make corrections to prevent injuries and product loss.

· Support in all areas of operating irrigation systems, including general maintenance and sanitation.

· Position details and activities may change from time to time in order to meet operational needs.

· Weekend and holiday work on a rotating basis.

· Other duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

. Proficient understanding of irrigation system operation, maintenance, and repair techniques.

. Ability to interpret technical manuals, schematics, and diagrams related to irrigation systems.

. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail in diagnosing and addressing irrigation

system issues.

. Familiarity with safety protocols, regulations, and best practices in irrigation system

operations.

. Familiarity working with Quality Management Systems and following GMP/GACP/GDP

regulations and procedures

Education & Experience:

· Previous greenhouse or horticulture experience is an asset.

 · Knowledge of irrigation systems and irrigation equipment is an asset.

 · Experience using climate/irrigation control systems (Priva, Argus, or Hoogendoorn) is an asset

 · Pesticide spraying license is an asset

· Mechanically inclined and able to work with tools

· Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

· Intermediate computer skills in MS Office.

Working Conditions:

· Must be able to lift 50lbs on a consistent basis.

 · Must be able to work in hot environments.

 · Must maintain a clean-shaven face for daily respirator use.

· Occasional overtime and after-hour system monitoring required.

Next steps

Apply today by submitting your resume through our website. Apply today by submitting your resume through our website. You can expect your application to be reviewed by our Talent Acquisition Team and not an AI software/system.  The we will contact you if we see a fit via email.

Think you’re the ideal candidate but you don’t meet all the requirements? Apply anyways. We would love to review your application to see if you’re the right fit or find you an alternative opportunity.  Not the role for you? Share this posting with your network while subscribing to our Talent Community to learn more about upcoming opportunities (hot tip: if you are an Aurora employee, take advantage of the employee referral program by sharing this posting with someone in your network! If they are the successful candidate, you may be eligible for a bonus!).  

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging and Accessibility

At Aurora, we are proud to foster and celebrate a diverse community of professionals! We take pride in nurturing an inclusive culture that empowers our people to be their authentic selves, celebrate their differences and love where they work.

Our diverse community combined with our inclusive culture, is what sets us apart in the industry and equips our A-Team with superpowers – and this is why, we encourage all candidates to apply for job opportunities regardless of race, national origin, colour, religion, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital and family status, disability, or any other identifying characteristic.

We value the unique skills and experience each person brings to Aurora and are committed to creating and maintaining an accessible environment. We are committed to the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act so if you require accommodation during the hiring process, please let our Human Resources team know by contacting us at hr.services@auroramj.com