Cultivation Technician

Schedule Requirements: Monday - Thursday 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Worksite: Wimauma, FL

Everyone is welcome here. Each of us is unique, and that's what makes us amazing. We believe in inclusiveness and celebrating each person's individuality, because there's power in bringing people with different points of view and life experiences together. That's why we provide equal employment opportunities (EEO). All applicants are considered regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. So, bring yourself and your best ideas; when we feel safe and comfortable being ourselves, there's no limit to what we can achieve.

IN A NUTSHELL… The Cultivation Technician operates under the direction of the cultivation leadership team and is responsible for assisting with all aspects of the company's cultivation operation including general labor, vegetative, flowering, mother & propagation, R&D, indoor, horticulture and may assist in monitoring and documenting plant growth. This is a hands-on, entry level role in the cultivation process.

Parallel is one of the largest multi-state cannabis companies in the United States, owning and operating in three markets; Florida (Surterra Wellness), Massachusetts (NETA), and Texas (Goodblend). If you enjoy companies that are growing, moving fast, and constantly challenging themselves to achieve more, then Parallel is for you. We work hard, lean on each other, and are passionate about a pretty ambitious vision … pioneering a new paradigm of what well-being can be for all people, everywhere. For more information, visit www.liveparallel.com.

• Plant Care & Cultivation Support
  • Monitor and maintain the optimal climate, fertility, and pest management for plants at various stages of growth.
  • Assist with all cultivation tasks, including transplanting, pruning, watering, fertilizing, and pest management (IPM).
  • Support plant propagation by potting and taking cuttings from mother plants and assisting with cloning and vegetative stages.
  • Maintain sanitation standards across cultivation areas, including sterilizing equipment, tools, and workspaces.
  • Operate equipment safely and effectively to aid in cultivation operations (e.g., trimming machines, irrigation systems).
  • Other duties as assigned.
• Research & Development
  • Participate in R&D trials to improve cultivation methods and plant yields, implementing the scientific method for process improvement.
  • Collect, record, and analyze data from cultivation activities and R&D experiments.
  • Work closely with the R&D team to monitor ongoing trials, ensuring data validity and maintaining accurate documentation.
  • Identify areas for improvement in cultivation practices, including plant health and environmental conditions.
• Harvesting & Post-Harvest Activities
  • Conduct physical harvest of mature plants, ensuring adherence to production requirements and compliance with chain of custody protocols.
  • Trim and process cannabis flowers, operating trimming machines when necessary, and maintaining separation of strains.
  • Oversee and monitor the drying process, ensuring optimal environmental conditions in dry rooms.
  • Prepare raw materials and manage harvest inventory, including weighing and recording data for wet and dry flower yields, as well as waste.
• Compliance & Record-Keeping
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of cultivation activities, including inventory, harvest weights, pest management treatments, and other production data.
  • Follow regulatory compliance standards for plant tracking, seed-to-sale processes, and cultivation practices.
  • Ensure adherence to company policies and safety protocols.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS YOU'LL BRING

• Age 21 or over (Industry Requirement)
• High School Diploma or equivalent (Industry Requirement)
• Valid Government-Issued Photo ID (Industry Requirement)
• Minimum of 6+ months agricultural or cultivation experience (Preferred)
• Ability to calculate, record and be proficient with measurements
• Ability to understand and follow directions
• Ability to focus, be task oriented, and follow instructions unsupervised.
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to collaborate and work as part of a team
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks for long periods of time (i.e., trimming plants, potting, and regular inventory activities, as needed).

• Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly unassisted
• Ability to perform various physical activities, including lifting, standing, and squatting
• Ability to work in extreme weather (heat, cold, humidity)
• Ability to wear personal protective gear during portions of the day
• Ability to ascend/descend a ladder to service lights and fans
• General Environmental Exposure: Work environment can/may include exposure to allergens (i.e. cannabis, pollen, dander), plant pathogens dirt, fertilizers, dusts, odors, fumes, high heat, low temperature, high and low humidity, noise, vibrations, water, dry salts, volatile organic compounds, heights, and varying air conditioning conditions (indoor A/C, no A/C).

• Are self-motivated; micro-managing isn't fun for anyone
• Roll your sleeves up and do the work; strategy is important, but so is getting stuff done
• Can work fast and be flexible; our industry is always changing
• Play nice with others; we collaborate with each other a lot
• Think creatively; sometimes, the "traditional" solution isn't the best one

• Employee discount
• Consistent, reliable benefits; Full medical/vision/dental, 401k with possibility of a company match, access to company-sponsored well-being programs
• Balance and flexibility; paid time off, paid parental leave, flexible work arrangements
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Pet Insurance

PARALLEL IS UNITED BY OUR VISION, Mission, & Values

Our Vision – why we exist – is to pioneer well-being and improve the quality of life for humanity through the benefits of cannabinoids.

Our Mission – how we will do this – is to build a leading, global well-being company through the best talent, our values, trusted and recognized brands, science and technology-based innovation, and a relentless focus on execution and continuous improvement.

Our Values – Integrity | Collaboration | Alignment | Intentionality | Accountability | Agility

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and encourage our employees' differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique.

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.