Cannabis Field Technician - Travel & Compliance

Default Brand; Darien (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Smithers is seeking a full-time Field Technician for our cannabis testing facility in Darien, IL. The role requires local travel within Illinois; relocation is not offered.

You will collect cannabis samples from client locations, maintain chain-of-custody, and ensure regulatory compliance while delivering excellent client service. This position emphasizes independent work, attention to detail, and professional communication with clients.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in fieldwork, logistics, or regulated industry preferred.
• Cannabis industry or compliance experience is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Proficient in mobile data entry and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Travel to client locations to collect cannabis samples.
• Follow all state regulations and SOPs during sample collection.
• Maintain strict chain-of-custody documentation for all samples.
• Handle samples to prevent contamination, degradation, or loss of integrity.
• Accurately record sample collection details using mobile data entry systems.
• Provide professional, courteous service to clients and address sampling inquiries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Independent work

Mobile data entry

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Mobile data entry systems

Job description

Smithers is seeking a full-time Field Technician for our cannabis testing facility in Darien, IL. The role requires local travel within Illinois; relocation is not offered.

You will collect cannabis samples from client locations, maintain chain-of-custody, and ensure regulatory compliance while delivering excellent client service. This position emphasizes independent work, attention to detail, and professional communication with clients.