Cultivation Technician - Dayshift
🌱 We're Growing Our Cultivation Team! Multiple Openings Available
Location: Gainesville, FL
Start Date: October 19, 2026
Pay Rate: $17.00 per hour
Schedule & Hours: 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM, 4 day work week with a 10 hour work day
- Week 1 Schedule: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday
- Week 2 Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Saturday
Grow Your Career with Parallel
Are you passionate about plants, agriculture, and being part of a fast-growing industry? Parallel is looking for motivated, hardworking individuals to join our new cultivation facility in Gainesville as Cultivation Technicians. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a new team from the ground up while contributing to the production of high-quality cannabis products.
At Parallel, we are pioneering a new paradigm of well-being through cannabis. As one of the largest multi-state cannabis companies in the United States, we operate across Florida (Surterra Wellness), Massachusetts (NETA), and Texas (Goodblend). If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy hands-on work, and want to grow with a company that's shaping the future of the industry, we'd love to meet you.
Position Summary
The Cultivation Technician operates under the direction of the cultivation leadership team and plays a key role in supporting all aspects of cultivation operations. This is an entry-level, hands-on position responsible for assisting with plant care, propagation, harvesting, sanitation, research and development activities, and regulatory compliance. Successful candidates are team-oriented, detail-focused, and ready to contribute to a high-performing cultivation environment. This role will be supporting our Surterra Wellness operations in Florida.
What You'll Do
Plant Care & Cultivation Support
- Support daily cultivation activities throughout all stages of the plant lifecycle, including propagation, vegetative growth, flowering, and harvest.
- Assist with transplanting, pruning, watering, fertilizing, and integrated pest management (IPM) practices.
- Help maintain optimal environmental conditions for plant health and productivity.
- Take cuttings from mother plants and assist with cloning and propagation processes.
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation throughout cultivation areas, tools, and equipment.
- Safely operate cultivation equipment and systems, including irrigation and trimming equipment.
- Assist with general labor tasks as needed to support facility operations.
Research & Development
- Participate in cultivation trials and experiments designed to improve plant health, yield, and operational efficiency.
- Collect and accurately document cultivation data and observations.
- Support ongoing R&D projects by monitoring plant performance and maintaining detailed records.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and communicate findings to leadership.
Harvest & Post-Harvest Activities
- Harvest mature plants according to production schedules and compliance requirements.
- Trim, process, and package cannabis flower while maintaining strain integrity.
- Monitor drying rooms and environmental conditions to support product quality.
- Weigh, record, and track harvest yields and production metrics.
- Assist with inventory management and waste tracking procedures.
Compliance & Documentation
- Maintain accurate records of cultivation activities, inventory movements, harvests, and treatments.
- Follow all state regulations, company policies, and seed-to-sale tracking requirements.
- Adhere to workplace safety standards and best cultivation practices.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- Must be 21 years of age or older
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid government-issued photo identification
- Ability to follow detailed instructions and work independently when required
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to perform measurements, calculations, and accurately record data
- Effective communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks for extended periods
Preferred Qualifications
- Six (6) months or more of agricultural, greenhouse, horticulture, nursery, or cultivation experience
- Previous experience working in a regulated production environment
- Passion for plant science and commercial cultivation
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly without assistance
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, and reach throughout the workday
- Comfortable working in varying environmental conditions, including heat, humidity, and cooler temperatures
- Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
- Ability to climb ladders and work safely around cultivation equipment
- Comfortable working in an environment with exposure to plant materials, pollen, dust, odors, fertilizers, and varying indoor climate conditions
Why Join Parallel?
- Be part of the launch of a new cultivation facility in Gainesville
- Opportunity for career growth within one of the nation's leading cannabis companies
- Benefits and Perks: Employee discount, 401k enrollment, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, Pet Insurance, and more!
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
- Gain hands-on experience in large-scale commercial cannabis cultivation
- Help shape the future of a rapidly growing industry
Ready to grow with us? Apply today and cultivate your future with Parallel!
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