About the role
🌱 We're Growing Our Cultivation Team! Multiple Openings Available
Location: Austin, TX
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 cultivation facility in Austin as Cultivation 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 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. Successful candidates are team-oriented, detail-focused, and ready to contribute to a high-performing cultivation environment. This role will be supporting our Goodblend operations in Texas.
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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. * Assist with transplanting, pruning, watering, fertilizing, and integrated pest management (IPM) practices. * Help maintain optimal environmental conditions for plant health and productivity. * Take cuttings from mother plants and assist with cloning and propagation processes. * 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. * Assist with 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.
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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 * Ability to follow detailed instructions and work independently when required * Strong attention to detail and organizational skills * Ability to perform measurements, calculations, and accurately record data * Effective communication and teamwork skills * Ability to perform repetitive tasks for extended periods
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
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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
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Why Join Parallel?
* Opportunity for career growth within one of the nation's leading cannabis companies * Benefits and Perks: 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!