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Harvest Technician

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Rochester, NYOn-site$17.50/hr
Posted Friday, 3/13/2026

Position Overview

Our client is seeking detail-oriented and reliable Harvest Technicians to support cultivation and post-harvest operations. This role plays a critical part in ensuring plants are harvested, handled, and processed with care while meeting strict quality, safety, and compliance standards.

This is a hands-on, fast-paced position ideal for candidates who enjoy working with plants, following procedures, and being part of a team-driven production environment.


Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with harvesting cannabis plants according to established schedules and procedures

  • Cut, weigh, and track harvested plants accurately

  • Perform post-harvest tasks such as trimming, bucking, defoliation, and preparing plants for drying

  • Hang plants or place product on racks for drying

  • Maintain accurate batch, weight, and tracking documentation

  • Follow sanitation, safety, and compliance protocols at all times

  • Clean and maintain harvest rooms, tools, and equipment

  • Support other cultivation or production tasks as needed


Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED preferred

  • Prior agriculture, cultivation, greenhouse, or production experience is a plus but not required

  • Ability to follow detailed instructions and standard operating procedures

  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy

  • Ability to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

  • Reliable attendance and strong work ethic


Work Environment & Physical Requirements

  • Indoor cultivation and harvest rooms with varying temperatures and humidity

  • Repetitive hand movements, standing, bending, and lifting

  • Use of PPE is required

  • Strong odors associated with plant material


Why Join Us

  • Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a growing cannabis operation

  • Be part of a collaborative, team-oriented environment

  • Potential for long-term growth within cultivation and production teams