What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cannabis Harvest Technician position at United Cultivation?
Harvest Technician (Seasonal)
United Cultivation – Ashby, Massachusetts
About United Cultivation
United Cultivation is a premium outdoor cannabis farm located in the scenic hills of Ashby, Massachusetts. We specialize in producing high-quality, sun-grown cannabis through sustainable cultivation practices and meticulous post-harvest processing.
Harvest is the most exciting time of our season, and we're looking for hardworking, dependable individuals who enjoy physical work, thrive on teamwork, and take pride in producing exceptional cannabis.
If you're ready to work outdoors, stay active, and be part of a close-knit crew, we'd love to meet you.
What You'll Do
As a Harvest Technician, you'll play a key role in bringing our crop from the field into post-harvest processing while maintaining the highest quality standards.
Responsibilities include:
- Hand-harvesting cannabis plants
- Bucking flower from stems
- Branching and hanging harvested plants
- Trimming and processing flower
- Maintaining product quality throughout handling
- Cleaning and organizing workstations
- Following all company SOPs and Massachusetts cannabis regulations
- Working efficiently with a team to meet daily harvest goals
- Adapting to changing daily priorities throughout harvest
Physical Requirements
This is a physically demanding position. Applicants must be able to:
- Stand for 8 hours per shift
- Lift and carry up to 30 pounds repeatedly
- Bend, squat, kneel, and reach throughout the day
- Perform repetitive hand movements using trimming shears and other hand tools
- Work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat and humidity
QualificationsRequired
- Must be at least 21 years old
- Valid government-issued ID
- Ability to pass all required background checks for Massachusetts cannabis employment
- Reliable transportation to our Ashby facility
- Excellent attendance and punctuality
- Positive attitude and strong attention to detail
Preferred
- Previous cannabis cultivation or harvest experience
- Agricultural or commercial farm experience
- Knowledge of cannabis plant anatomy and post-harvest processing
- Experience using hand tools or harvesting equipment
- Massachusetts driver's license
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly pay based on experience
- Opportunity for overtime during harvest
- Supportive team environment
- Hands-on experience in the legal cannabis industry
- Potential opportunities for future seasonal and year-round employment based on performance
- Work in a beautiful outdoor farm setting
Join Our Harvest Team
If you're dependable, hardworking, and ready to be part of one of the most rewarding parts of the cultivation season, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help us bring in the harvest.
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18