Inventory Technician / Budtender

Job Title: Inventory Technician / Budtender
Department: Tribal Nation Flower Company
Reports To: Store Manager
Classification: Non-Exempt
Status: Part-Time
Salary Range: $19.00 – $23.00 per hour DOE
Location: Coarsegold, CA (Onsite)

Job postings remain open for up to thirty (30) days or until a qualified candidate is selected. The organization reserves the right to close a posting at any time without prior notice, based on the hiring needs.

JOB SUMMARY

The Inventory Technician / Budtender supports the daily retail and inventory operations of Tribal Nation Flower Company by providing excellent customer service, maintaining accurate inventory practices, and ensuring compliance with all applicable Tribal, state, and operational requirements. This position assists customers with cannabis product selection and education while also supporting inventory receiving, organization, stocking, processing, and sales floor operations.

This role requires professionalism, attention to detail, strong customer service skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment while maintaining strict compliance standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Provide excellent customer service and create a welcoming, professional retail experience for guests

Assist customers with cannabis product selection, product education, and general retail inquiries

Accurately process customer transactions using point-of-sale systems

Maintain proper cash handling procedures and drawer accountability

Receive, organize, label, stock, and store cannabis inventory in accordance with company procedures

Assist with inventory counts, reconciliation, product audits, and inventory tracking activities

Maintain organization and cleanliness of sales floors, inventory areas, displays, workstations, and storage areas

Restock product displays and return misplaced or unused products to proper inventory locations

Assist with packaging, pre-roll preparation, and other approved product processing activities as assigned

Communicate inventory shortages, discrepancies, or operational concerns to management

Support opening and closing procedures, including cleaning, stocking, and operational readiness

Follow all company policies, safety standards, and compliance procedures

Maintain confidentiality and security of customer, product, and operational information

Maintain consistent attendance and punctuality

Perform all other duties as assigned

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or GED

Must be at least 21 years of age

Valid California Driver’s License

Ability to successfully pass all required background screening requirements

Basic computer and cash handling skills

Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and flexible schedules as needed

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Previous retail, hospitality, inventory, or customer service experience

Previous cannabis industry experience

Experience using point-of-sale or inventory management systems

Bilingual English/Spanish skills preferred

Knowledge of cannabis products, consumption methods, and basic compliance requirements preferred

Application Process 

To apply, please submit the following materials:

Completed application form or online application 

Current resume

Documentation of higher education

Verification of Tribal enrollment (required if claiming Tribal or Indian Preference)

Submission Instructions 

Applications may be submitted on-line, by walk-in, or regular mail. Please send all materials to:

Human Resources Department P.O. Box 2226 Oakhurst, CA 93644 

TRIBAL PREFERENCE STATEMENT:

In accordance with applicable Tribal law and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Picayune Rancheria of the Chukchansi Indians (PRCI) Administration provides employment preference to enrolled PRCI Tribal Members. To qualify, applicants must submit valid proof of enrollment. Tribal Members who meet the minimum qualifications will be given preference in hiring, promotion, transfer, and layoff decisions. During the interview process, PRCI Tribal Members will receive an additional 7.5 points (10% of the 75-point interview rubric). Non-PRCI Native American candidates will receive an additional 5 points (6.7% of the total points) in accordance with Indian Preference guidelines. 

INDIAN PREFERENCE STATEMENT:

In compliance with 25 CFR Part 276 and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, Sections 701(b) and 703(i), employment preference shall be given to qualified applicants who are enrolled members of the Picayune Rancheria of the Chukchansi Indians, and secondarily, to another qualified American Indian/Alaska Native Candidate.