Harvest Technician - Overnight Shift (Cannabis Cultivation)

Live Parallel•Gainesville, FL

2h•Onsite

About The Position

The Harvest Technician supports harvest and trimming activities within Parallel's cultivation operation in Gainesville, Florida, supporting Surterra Wellness operations. The role works closely with cultivation and environmental services teams to ensure plants are harvested, processed, and tracked accurately while maintaining quality and compliance standards. It involves hands-on, physical, detail-oriented work in a fast-paced cultivation environment. The position is scheduled overnight from 7:00 PM to 5:30 AM, with a four-day workweek and 10-hour workdays. Two schedule options are listed: Sunday through Wednesday, or Wednesday through Saturday. The pay rate is $18.00 per hour, and the stated start date is ASAP.

Requirements

Must be 21 years of age or older.
High school diploma or GED.
Valid government-issued photo identification.
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standard operating procedures.
Ability to work successfully in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
Comfort with repetitive tasks while maintaining accuracy.
Ability to follow company policies, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements.
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.
Strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.

Nice To Haves

Previous cannabis cultivation, harvest, trimming, greenhouse, nursery, agriculture, or plant-care experience.
Experience in regulated manufacturing, agricultural, or production environments.
General plant knowledge or experience working with horticultural crops.
Passion for plant science and commercial cultivation.

Responsibilities

Harvest mature cannabis plants according to production schedules and operational goals.
Assist with de-fanning plants at appropriate harvest stages.
Operate trimming equipment and trim dried cannabis flower.
Maintain strict strain separation and comply with chain-of-custody and seed-to-sale tracking requirements.
Assist with monitoring drying-room conditions and support proper drying processes.
Record harvest metrics, including wet and dry flower weights, waste totals, and inventory data.
Prepare and manage harvested-material inventories.
Clean, sanitize, and maintain harvest equipment and workspaces.
Collaborate with cultivation and environmental services teams to meet production targets.
Follow safety, quality, and compliance procedures.