Christian Garcia
Tustin,CA
Summary
Experienced cultivation technician and assistant manager with a strong background in crop production, environmental controls, and quality control. Skilled in plant health monitoring, nutrient mixing, and irrigation systems. Proven ability to train staff, support safety compliance, and maintain accurate records while improving workflow and team performance.
Overview
2
2
Languages
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Cultivation Technician/ ASSISTANT MANAGER
ABC COMMERCE
Commerce, California
02.2023 - 06.2026
- Supported daily operations and coordinated team schedules to meet employer service needs.
- Assisted with staff task assignment and reinforced company policies across shifts.
- Trained new hires on procedures, safety practices, and customer service standards.
- Tracked inventory levels and coordinated timely restocking with vendors to maintain optimal supply for operations.
- Improved workflow communication between departments and front-line staff.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives.
- Collaborated with management on developing strategic plans for achieving business goals.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of operations.
- Organized training sessions for new hires to enhance onboarding experience and ensure familiarity with workplace protocols.
- Assisted in the development of operational strategies to ensure efficient and productive operations.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
- Proposed or approved modifications to project plans.
- Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
- Monitored plant health across ABC Commerce cultivation rooms
- Mixed nutrient solutions for irrigation systems to ensure optimal plant health. for irrigation systems
- Trimmed canopy growth to improve airflow and light access for optimal growth. to support airflow and light exposure
- Relocated seedlings into growing media to promote healthy growth. into growing media
- Inspected plants for pests and diseases to maintain crop health. for pests, disease, and nutrient issues
- Cleaned and sanitized tools to prevent contamination in the cultivation process., benches, and cultivation areas
- Recorded daily cultivation logs and environmental readings
- Assisted harvest teams with cutting, handling, and staging plants
- Performed troubleshooting tasks when problems arose during any stage of the cultivation process.
- Reported on daily growth rates, nutrient levels, and pH of plants for accurate record keeping.
- Implemented quality control measures throughout plant production stages to ensure high-quality yields and compliance with standards.
- Provided training for new staff members on safety protocols and general operations within the facility.
- Maintained detailed records of crop yields, pest management activities, fertilizer applications, and other related data.
- Participated in team meetings regarding new projects or initiatives within the cultivation facility.
- Assisted in developing standard operating procedures for the department.
- Developed new methods for improving efficiency in the cultivation process.
- Collaborated with other departments such as Research and Development, Quality Assurance, and Regulatory Compliance teams to ensure regulatory compliance standards are met.
- Monitored and maintained a safe working environment in the cultivation facility to ensure compliance with local regulations.
- Conducted regular plant inspections and addressed any identified issues.
- Harvested crops at optimal times according to established protocols.
- Analyzed data from experiments conducted in order to improve processes and procedures within the facility.
- Set up and operated irrigation equipment to apply pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers to crops.
- Identified plants, pests, and weeds to determine selection and application of pesticides and fertilizers.
- Observed crop growth to implement necessary interventions for optimal health. and health, implementing interventions as needed.
- Managed crop production operations, including planting, irrigation, and harvesting.
Cultivation Technician
SHF
Commerce, California
05.2020 - 01.2023
- Monitored plant health, identifying and reporting issues to ensure optimal growing conditions in SHF COMMERCE cultivation rooms.
- Mixed nutrients and adjusted feeding schedules for SHF COMMERCE crops.
- Pruned, trained, and supported plant growth across SHF COMMERCE facilities.
- Inspected irrigation systems, diagnosing and correcting water flow problems to maintain efficient irrigation practices.
- Recorded cultivation tasks and maintained accurate batch logs.
- Tracked crop growth and health, implementing timely interventions to enhance overall plant vitality.
- Harvested crops at optimal times according to established protocols.
- Assisted harvest crews with trimming, handling, and plant transfer.
- Cleaned work areas and sanitized tools to support SHF COMMERCE standards.
- Provided training for new staff members on safety protocols and general operations within the facility.
- Followed safety rules and quality procedures throughout SHF COMMERCE operations.
- Assisted in developing standard operating procedures for the department.
- Reported on daily growth rates, nutrient levels, and pH of plants for accurate record keeping.
- Performed regular inspections of plants for signs of disease or pests and took action.
- Ensured that all equipment was functioning properly before use.
- Monitored and maintained a safe working environment in the cultivation facility to ensure compliance with local regulations.
- Organized inventory storage areas ensuring that all products were labeled correctly according to industry standards.
- Participated in team meetings regarding new projects or initiatives within the cultivation facility.
- Managed crop production operations, including planting, irrigation, and harvesting.
- Provided timely information on crop status to farmers and farm managers.
Cultivation Technician / CREW LEADER
MIRACLE FARMS
Alhambra, California
08.2018 - 04.2020
- Executed plant watering, feeding, and irrigation line checks in Miracle Farms greenhouse areas.
- Monitored cultivation rooms for temperature, humidity, and airflow control.
- Inspected plants for pests, disease, and nutrient issues during daily cultivation rounds.
- Pruned, trimmed, and defoliated crops to support healthy canopy development.
- Addressed issues promptly during inspections of plants for disease or pest signs.
- Maintained cleanliness of tools to prevent contamination during cultivation, trays, and grow spaces to maintain sanitary production conditions.
- Trained new cultivation staff on safety, plant handling, and room protocols.
- Provided training for new staff members on safety protocols and general operations within the facility.
- Performed troubleshooting tasks when problems arose during any stage of the cultivation process.
Crew Leader
SPADRA LANDFILL
City of Industry, California
03.2016 - 06.2018
- Supervised landfill crew assignments and daily work at SPADRA LANDFILL
- Directed team of 10-15 crew members in daily operations and assigned tasks.
- Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
- Trained new crew members on landfill operations and work standards
- Trained new hires on job duties, safety protocols, and company policies.
- Inspected work areas for safety hazards and operational issues
- Enforced landfill safety rules and site procedures during shifts
- Monitored task completion to meet company standards for performance.
- Inspected cleanliness, organization and safety of job sites after every shift.
- Coordinated equipment use with operators and ground crews
- Reported site conditions and crew needs to landfill management
- Enforced safety mandates and OSHA restrictions with good leadership skills.
- Suggested changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase crew efficiency.
- Provided technical support to crew members when operating machinery or equipment.
- Performed general maintenance on tools and equipment used by the crew.
- Investigated any accidents or incidents that occurred on the job site; implemented corrective actions where appropriate.
- Mediated crew disagreements to promote a collaborative work environment. among crew members by addressing problems immediately and mediating disagreements.
- Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
- Organized inventory of supplies necessary for job completion; ordered additional materials when needed.
- Coordinated with other departments regarding scheduling conflicts between crews.
- Loaded materials and tools into vehicles and unloaded upon arrival at jobsites.
- Dug ditches or trenches, backfilled excavations or compacted and leveled earth to grade specifications.
- Tended pumps, compressors or generators to provide power or heat or move materials.
- Directed waste placement and compaction across active landfill cells
- Supervised project contributions to meet organizational deadlines and expectations.
Education
High School Diploma -
FONTANA HIGH SCHOOL
Fontana, CA06-2001
Skills
- Crop production
- Plant health monitoring
- Nutrient mixing
- Irrigation systems
- Irrigation operation
- Irrigation techniques
- Environmental controls
- Pruning techniques
- Post-harvest handling
- Quality control
- Safety regulations
- Sanitation procedures
- Training delivery
- Inventory management
- Problem resolution
- Farm management
- Plant cultivation expertise
- Plant genetics
- Hydroponics systems
- Harvest coordination
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Cultivation Technician/ ASSISTANT MANAGER
ABC COMMERCE
02.2023 - 06.2026
Cultivation Technician
SHF
05.2020 - 01.2023
Cultivation Technician / CREW LEADER
MIRACLE FARMS
08.2018 - 04.2020
Crew Leader
SPADRA LANDFILL
03.2016 - 06.2018
High School Diploma -
FONTANA HIGH SCHOOL