Let the Deconstruction Begin

BC Green is opening a cannabis growing facility in Princeton, and they will be looking to draw workers from the labour market.  That will be people already working and people currently seeking.  But what do you do when the industry you want to enter is so new?  What are the skills needed?  You’ve never worked in Cannabis before…what do you have to offer?

Enter…..Transferable Skills.

Not much is known about this specific facility, however clues are provided through already existing operations and their respective job postings.  Here’s what we see:

• Understanding and following proper procedures
• Working in a fast paced environment
• Physical stamina for crouching, bending, standing, walking, reaching, lifting, and warm humid temperatures
• Teamwork
• Attention to detail: Visual acuity, Accuracy in Documentation
• Cleaning Practices: Knowing Sanitation practices, garbage removal, sweeping, mopping, recycling, pot washing

Jobs that might transfer well are:

• Garden centre work, Gardeners
• Dishwashing
• Production work
• Food Service Workers
• Health Care Professionals
• Housekeeping

Requested requirements may include

• Grade 12
• Clean Criminal Record
• WHMIS

Take stock of your past work history, your volunteerism, your work at home and your general skills sets, and begin crafting a resume for the Princeton Pot Industry.

Good Luck