Harvest Technician - Overnight Shift (Cannabis Cultivation)

Live Parallel • Gainesville, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Harvest Technician supports harvest and trimming activities at Parallel’s new cultivation facility in Gainesville, Florida, supporting Surterra Wellness operations. The role works with cultivation and environmental services teams to harvest, process, and track plants accurately while maintaining quality and regulatory compliance. Harvest Technicians contribute to production targets in a fast-paced cultivation environment and perform hands-on, detail-oriented work.

The position is scheduled from 7:00 PM to 5:30 AM, four days per week, with two shift options: Sunday through Wednesday or Wednesday through Saturday. The job posting lists a start date of ASAP and pay of $18.00 per hour.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• 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 required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• 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 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.
• Keep strains strictly separated and comply with chain-of-custody and seed-to-sale tracking requirements.
• Assist in monitoring drying-room conditions and supporting 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.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employee discount.
• 401(k) enrollment.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Pet insurance.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Hands-on experience in large-scale commercial cannabis cultivation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED