🌱 We're Growing Our Integrated Pest Management Team! Multiple Openings Available
Location: Gainesville, FL
Start Date: October 19, 2026
Pay Rate: $18.00 - 20.00 per hour depending on experience
Schedule & Hours: 5:30 PM - 4:00 AM, 4 day work week with a 10 hour work day
- Week 1 Schedule:Â 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 Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Technician. 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
As an IPM Technician, you'll be the eyes and ears of our cultivation operation, working directly with plants and partnering closely with growers and cultivation leadership to support healthy, thriving crops. Successful candidates are team-oriented, detail-focused, and ready to contribute to a high-performing cultivation environment. This role will be supporting our Surterra Wellness operations in Florida.
What You'll Do
- Monitor cannabis plants for signs of pests, diseases, nutrient deficiencies, and overall plant health concerns
- Conduct routine scouting and inspections throughout cultivation areas
- Accurately document and communicate crop health observations, trends, and concerns to management and grow teams
- Implement Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies and treatment programs as directed by cultivation leadership
- Monitor and maintain pest traps, collect data, and provide pest population reports
- Evaluate the effectiveness of biological, cultural, and approved control measures
- Identify and report irrigation irregularities, environmental concerns, and equipment issues affecting plant health
- Assist with implementation and monitoring of beneficial insect programs
- Verify and validate scouting reports to ensure accuracy and consistency
- Maintain organized records and documentation in compliance with company and regulatory standards
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance crop health and operational efficiency
- Perform additional duties as assigned
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 work in a highly regulated cultivation environment
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- 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
- Knowledge of common horticultural pests, diseases, and IPM practices
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
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: 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!
