Harvest Technician - Dayshift (Cannabis Cultivation)
🌱 We're Growing Our Harvest Team! Multiple Openings Available
Location: Gainesville, FL Start Date: October 19, 2026
Pay Rate: $17.00 per hour
Schedule & Hours: 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM, 4 day work week with a 10 hour work day
Week 1 Schedule: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday
Week 2 Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Saturday
Grow Your Career with Parallel
Are you passionate about plants, agriculture, and being part of a fast-growing industry? Parallel is looking for motivated, hardworking individuals to join our new cultivation facility in Gainesville as Harvest Technicians . This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a new team from the ground up while contributing to the production of high-quality cannabis products.
At Parallel, we are pioneering a new paradigm of well-being through cannabis. As one of the largest multi-state cannabis companies in the United States, we operate across Florida (Surterra Wellness), Massachusetts (NETA), and Texas (Goodblend). If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy hands-on work, and want to grow with a company that's shaping the future of the industry, we'd love to meet you.
Position Summary
The Harvest Technician is responsible for supporting all harvest and trimming activities within our cultivation operation. This role works closely with cultivation and environmental services teams to ensure plants are harvested, processed, and tracked accurately while maintaining the highest standards of quality and compliance. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy physical, detail-oriented work, and are ready to contribute to a high-performing cultivation environment. This role will be supporting our Surterra Wellness operations in Florida.
What You'll Do
Perform the harvesting of mature cannabis plants according to production schedules and operational goals
Assist with de-fanning plants during appropriate harvest stages to maximize efficiency
Operate trimming equipment and perform trimming activities on dried cannabis flower
Maintain strict separation of strains and ensure compliance with chain-of-custody and seed-to-sale tracking requirements
Assist in 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 all safety, quality, and compliance procedures
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
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
Comfortable performing repetitive tasks while maintaining accuracy
Ability to follow company policies, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements
Preferred Qualifications
Previous cannabis cultivation, harvest, trimming, greenhouse, nursery, agriculture, or plant-care experience
Experience working in regulated manufacturing, agricultural, or production environments
General plant knowledge or experience working with horticultural crops
Passion for plant science and commercial cultivation
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly without assistance
Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, and reach throughout the workday
Comfortable working in varying environmental conditions, including heat, humidity, and cooler temperatures
Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
Ability to climb ladders and work safely around cultivation equipment
Comfortable working in an environment with exposure to plant materials, pollen, dust, odors, fertilizers, and varying indoor climate conditions
Strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
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
Help shape the future of a rapidly growing industry
Ready to grow with us? Apply today and cultivate your future with Parallel!