Cultivation Technician - Dayshift

Live Parallel•Gainesville, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cultivation Technician is an entry-level, hands-on role supporting cultivation operations at Parallel’s new Gainesville facility and its Surterra Wellness operations in Florida. Working under the direction of the cultivation leadership team, the technician assists with plant care, propagation, harvesting, sanitation, research and development, and regulatory compliance. The role contributes to the production of high-quality cannabis products in a fast-paced cultivation environment. The schedule is 5:00 AM to 3:30 PM, four days per week, with 10-hour workdays. The schedule alternates between Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday in Week 1, and Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday in Week 2.

Requirements

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 and calculations and accurately record data.
Effective communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly without assistance.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, and reach throughout the workday.
Comfort working in varying environmental conditions, including heat, humidity, and cooler temperatures.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment as required.
Ability to climb ladders and work safely around cultivation equipment.
Comfort working around plant materials, pollen, dust, odors, fertilizers, and varying indoor climate conditions.

Nice To Haves

Six 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.

Responsibilities

Support cultivation activities across the plant lifecycle, including propagation, vegetative growth, flowering, and harvest.
Assist with transplanting, pruning, watering, fertilizing, and integrated pest management practices.
Help maintain suitable environmental conditions for plant health and productivity.
Take cuttings from mother plants and assist with cloning and propagation.
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in cultivation areas and for tools and equipment.
Safely operate cultivation equipment and systems, including irrigation and trimming equipment.
Perform general labor tasks to support facility operations.
Participate in cultivation trials and experiments intended to improve plant health, yield, and operational efficiency.
Collect and accurately document cultivation data and observations.
Monitor plant performance and maintain detailed records for research and development projects.
Identify process-improvement opportunities and communicate findings to leadership.
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.
Maintain accurate records of cultivation activities, inventory movements, harvests, and treatments.
Follow state regulations, company policies, and seed-to-sale tracking requirements.
Adhere to workplace safety standards and best cultivation practices.