Cultivation Technician - Overnight Shift
Parallel · Gainesville, FL · 4 wk ago
On-siteEngineering$18/hrFull-time
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.
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.
- Aid in transplanting, pruning, watering, fertilizing, and integrated pest management (IPM) practices.
- 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.
- Absorb 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.
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
- Effective communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to perform measurements, calculations, and accurately record data
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