Cultivation Technician Jobs
Cultivation Technician jobs are open across cannabis, hemp, indoor farming, and commercial greenhouse operations, from entry-level trimmers to senior growers, with specializations in IPM, fertigation, and clone propagation. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Join Trulieve – Where Passion Meets Purpose
If you're interested in being part of one of the nation's fastest-growing industries, Trulieve may be the perfect place for you. We are proud to be recognized on TIME's America's Best Companies 2026 List, an honor awarded to top-performing U.S. organizations based on employee satisfaction, financial strength, and sustainability transparency. Trulieve was one of only two cannabis companies to receive this distinction.
If you have passion for helping others and want to make a meaningful impact through your work, this may be the role for you. At Trulieve, we strive to bring our patients the relief they need in products they can trust. Our plants are hand-grown in carefully controlled environments designed to minimize unwanted chemicals and pests, keeping the cultivation process as natural as possible every step of the way. To learn more about Trulieve and our mission, please visit www.trulieve.com
Requisition ID: 22048
Remote Work Available: No
Job Title: Cultivation Technician II
Department: Cultivation
Reports to: Cultivation Site Supervisor
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly
JOB SUMMARY
The Cultivation Technician II provides manual labor to support the operations within the Cultivation department, while abiding by laws, rules, policies, procedures, and operational guidelines. The Cultivation Technician II position will primarily support the Mom and Vegetative departments with day-to-day plant production tasks and sanitation responsibilities. In addition, as determined by business need, Cultivation Technician II team members may be flexed to provide support in flower and propagation.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Physical, repetitive agricultural work, follow directions and take instructions from supervisors
- Repetitive climbing on a ladder or working on an elevated platform
- Culling plants
- Pruning, topping, and defoliation
- Low-stress training and tucking of plants
- Irrigating plants utilizing various methods
- Identifying and disposing of Green Waste
- Cleaning and sanitation as directed by leadership
- Pruning and defoliating
- Proper Use of PPE in accordance with company guidelines
- Sweep, mop, vacuum, and bag any excess plant material leaving the grow room clean once plant maintenance is completed
- Assist in training Cultivation Technician I team members
- Clean, sanitize, and store all grow room tools and equipment upon use
- Perform various manual cross-department job duties as needed
- Secondary but essential job functions
- All other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be proficient and achieve goals in all Cultivation Technician I skill assessments
- Must be active in the Cultivation Technician I role for minimum of 9 months to qualify for Cultivation Technician II role
- Maintain good discipline and attendance standards
- Effective communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
- Works well in team environment
- Attention to detail
- Punctual
- Cultivation experience preferred
ADDITIONAL MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Must be a minimum of 21 years of age (or a minimum of 18 years of age in CT, PA and WV)
- Must successfully complete a comprehensive background screening
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Must be able to handle organic matter daily, able to wear PPE as appropriate (eye, face, hand, arm, head, foot, body, fall protection), and able to be exposed to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions while wearing PPE (95 degrees or greater)
- Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 50 lbs to a minimum height of 5 feet and able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet, with or without mechanical assistance
- Must be able to work seated/standing as appropriate at workstations for extended periods, maintain body equilibrium while climbing ladders, stairways, stooping, kneeling, crouching, repetitive movement, and reaching, and use hands/fingers to hold, grasp, turn, pick, pinch frequently/constantly to complete tasks.
- At times, the entire shift may be spent standing.
- Requires repetitive hand, wrist, finger and elbow movement.
- Must have visual acuity with/without job aids to perform activities such as reading, viewing a computer terminal, and visual inspection involving small parts/details. Clarity of vision at 20 ft or more in day and night/dark conditions
- Must be able to speak and communicate verbally at conversation levels with co-workers, vendors, etc. (Moderate noise)
Please apply directly through our official careers site or authorized recruitment channels. Using third-party application services may create issues with your applicant profile and lead to processing delays.
Salary will be commensurate with experience. A comprehensive benefits package including paid time off is offered with this position.
Trulieve provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Join Trulieve – Where Passion Meets Purpose
If you're interested in being part of one of the nation's fastest-growing industries, Trulieve may be the perfect place for you. We are proud to be recognized on TIME's America's Best Companies 2026 List, an honor awarded to top-performing U.S. organizations based on employee satisfaction, financial strength, and sustainability transparency. Trulieve was one of only two cannabis companies to receive this distinction.
If you have passion for helping others and want to make a meaningful impact through your work, this may be the role for you. At Trulieve, we strive to bring our patients the relief they need in products they can trust. Our plants are hand-grown in carefully controlled environments designed to minimize unwanted chemicals and pests, keeping the cultivation process as natural as possible every step of the way. To learn more about Trulieve and our mission, please visit www.trulieve.com
Requisition ID: 22048
Remote Work Available: No
Job Title: Cultivation Technician II
Department: Cultivation
Reports to: Cultivation Site Supervisor
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly
JOB SUMMARY
The Cultivation Technician II provides manual labor to support the operations within the Cultivation department, while abiding by laws, rules, policies, procedures, and operational guidelines. The Cultivation Technician II position will primarily support the Mom and Vegetative departments with day-to-day plant production tasks and sanitation responsibilities. In addition, as determined by business need, Cultivation Technician II team members may be flexed to provide support in flower and propagation.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Physical, repetitive agricultural work, follow directions and take instructions from supervisors
- Repetitive climbing on a ladder or working on an elevated platform
- Culling plants
- Pruning, topping, and defoliation
- Low-stress training and tucking of plants
- Irrigating plants utilizing various methods
- Identifying and disposing of Green Waste
- Cleaning and sanitation as directed by leadership
- Pruning and defoliating
- Proper Use of PPE in accordance with company guidelines
- Sweep, mop, vacuum, and bag any excess plant material leaving the grow room clean once plant maintenance is completed
- Assist in training Cultivation Technician I team members
- Clean, sanitize, and store all grow room tools and equipment upon use
- Perform various manual cross-department job duties as needed
- Secondary but essential job functions
- All other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be proficient and achieve goals in all Cultivation Technician I skill assessments
- Must be active in the Cultivation Technician I role for minimum of 9 months to qualify for Cultivation Technician II role
- Maintain good discipline and attendance standards
- Effective communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
- Works well in team environment
- Attention to detail
- Punctual
- Cultivation experience preferred
ADDITIONAL MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Must be a minimum of 21 years of age (or a minimum of 18 years of age in CT, PA and WV)
- Must successfully complete a comprehensive background screening
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Must be able to handle organic matter daily, able to wear PPE as appropriate (eye, face, hand, arm, head, foot, body, fall protection), and able to be exposed to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions while wearing PPE (95 degrees or greater)
- Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 50 lbs to a minimum height of 5 feet and able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet, with or without mechanical assistance
- Must be able to work seated/standing as appropriate at workstations for extended periods, maintain body equilibrium while climbing ladders, stairways, stooping, kneeling, crouching, repetitive movement, and reaching, and use hands/fingers to hold, grasp, turn, pick, pinch frequently/constantly to complete tasks.
- At times, the entire shift may be spent standing.
- Requires repetitive hand, wrist, finger and elbow movement.
- Must have visual acuity with/without job aids to perform activities such as reading, viewing a computer terminal, and visual inspection involving small parts/details. Clarity of vision at 20 ft or more in day and night/dark conditions
- Must be able to speak and communicate verbally at conversation levels with co-workers, vendors, etc. (Moderate noise)
Please apply directly through our official careers site or authorized recruitment channels. Using third-party application services may create issues with your applicant profile and lead to processing delays.
Salary will be commensurate with experience. A comprehensive benefits package including paid time off is offered with this position.
Trulieve provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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Who's Hiring
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in cultivation technician jobs.
- Hands-on experience with plant maintenance, pruning, training, and harvesting in a commercial setting
- Familiarity with integrated pest management (IPM) protocols and common pathogen identification
- Ability to track and log environmental data including temperature, humidity, pH, and EC levels
- Experience operating and maintaining irrigation, fertigation, or hydroponic systems
- State-issued cannabis agent or key employee badge where required by local licensing law
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and work in controlled environments
Tips for Your Cultivation Technician Job Search
List every cultivation system you've used
Employers filter hard by grow method: NFT, DWC, coco coir, rockwool, and soil all attract different facilities. Name every system you've worked in, even briefly, so your resume surfaces in the right searches and passes automated screening.
Get your pesticide applicator credential first
Many licensed cannabis and greenhouse facilities require a state pesticide applicator card before your first shift. Check your state's department of agriculture for the exam schedule and get certified before you apply, not after you get the offer.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists cultivation technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by canopy size and license type
A 5,000-square-foot craft operation and a 100,000-square-foot multi-state operator want very different skill sets. Reading for canopy size, plant count, and license tier in job postings helps you pitch your background at the right scale and avoid mismatched interviews.
Prepare for a hands-on working interview
Many cultivation facilities skip the second phone screen and move straight to a paid or unpaid walk-through shift. Wear clothes you can work in, ask about the strain library and current VPD targets, and treat every minute on the floor as part of your evaluation.
Negotiate schedule before you negotiate pay
Cultivation roles run on plant cycles, not business hours, so weekend and overnight rotations are standard. Clarify the exact shift structure, harvest crunch expectations, and overtime policy in writing before you accept, because schedule surprises cause most early turnover in this field.
Cultivation Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most cultivation technicians?
The most active employers for cultivation technicians right now are Trulieve, Vireo Health, and Parallel, and the most openings are in Florida, Michigan, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to track state licensing expansions, so newly regulated markets often post the highest volume.
How many cultivation technician jobs are remote?
About 0% of cultivation technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how plant-facing this role is. The small remote share is concentrated in compliance documentation, grow room data analysis, and cultivation consulting roles rather than hands-on floor positions.
How do you become a cultivation technician?
Start by learning the basics of plant biology, grow media, lighting cycles, and nutrient management through coursework, apprenticeships, or volunteer work at community gardens or farms. Get any state-required cannabis or pesticide credentials, then apply to entry-level trimmer or assistant grower roles to build documented commercial experience before moving into full technician positions.
Can you get hired as a cultivation technician with little experience?
Yes, many facilities hire candidates with no commercial cultivation background if you can demonstrate plant knowledge and a reliable work history in a physically demanding role. Start by applying to trim technician or harvest associate postings, which are the most common entry points, and emphasize any personal growing experience, relevant coursework, or agricultural work alongside your availability for all shifts.
What does the cultivation technician interview process look like?
Most employers start with a brief phone screen focused on your availability, physical requirements, and any required state credentials. That is typically followed by an in-person or on-site visit where you tour the facility and meet the head grower. Many operations then offer a working interview or paid trial shift to assess your technique and attention to detail before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to cultivation technician jobs?
You can find and apply to cultivation technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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