Facilities Technician - Dayshift (Cannabis Cultivation Facility)
Facilities Technician
Location: Gainesville, FL Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM-3:30 PM Pay Rate: $19.00-$20.00 per hour depending on experience
Join a Growing Cannabis Cultivation Team
Are you a hands-on problem solver who enjoys keeping facilities running at peak performance? We're seeking a Facilities Technician to join our brand-new cannabis cultivation facility in Gainesville, Florida supporting our Surterra Wellness market. In this role, you'll help maintain critical building systems, ensure a safe working environment, and support daily operations that contribute to the success of our cultivation team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with maintenance experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys tackling a variety of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and building maintenance challenges.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Facilities Technician, you'll play a key role in maintaining the facility and ensuring operational excellence by:
Ensuring all personal, facility, and departmental safety standards are consistently met.
Operating, installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining building components and systems, including electrical, HVAC, overhead doors, and other mechanical equipment.
Diagnosing equipment issues, performing repairs, and validating successful operation after maintenance.
Supporting the operation and maintenance of pumps, engines, motors, conveyors, compressors, laboratory equipment, and other mechanical systems.
Repairing and maintaining facility structures based on work orders and operational needs.
Performing basic plumbing repairs, including fixture installations, valve repairs, and pipeline maintenance.
Performing basic electrical maintenance and repairs.
Completing preventative maintenance tasks on mechanical tools and electronic testing equipment.
Accurately documenting maintenance activities and supporting continuous improvement efforts.
Assisting with additional facility maintenance projects and responsibilities as needed.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
Must be 21 years of age or older
High School Diploma or equivalent
Valid government-issued photo ID
Minimum of 2-3 years of experience maintaining and repairing building systems, equipment, and structures
Ability to read and interpret blueprints
Experience using hand tools and power tools safely and effectively
Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Proficiency using test meters and diagnostic equipment
Preferred Qualifications
Journeyman Class B, Systems Contractor Class C, or Systems Technician Class D certification
Strong working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems
Experience with motors, electrical controls, lighting systems, gas systems, and commercial building equipment
Completion of a maintenance vocational/technical program or recognized apprenticeship
Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems)
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
Ability to work in a fast-paced and evolving environment
Exposure to bright lighting where eye protection may be required
Exposure to cannabis odor
Exposure to direct plant contact; some individuals may experience allergies
Exposure to moderate heat and humidity
Ability to sit, stand, bend, kneel, and perform repetitive movements for extended periods
Ability to distinguish color-coded wiring
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to climb ladders and work from elevated platforms or scaffolding when necessary
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 : Medical, dental, and vision insurance. 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 facility
Help shape the future of a rapidly growing industry
Ready to Grow With Us?
If you're a dependable maintenance professional looking to join an exciting and rapidly growing cannabis cultivation operation, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team dedicated to quality, innovation, safety, and operational excellence. 🍃
Disclaimer
Parallel reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this job description. Your employment with Parallel is a voluntary one and is subject to termination by you or Parallel at will, with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time. Nothing in this document shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of Parallel associates.