Facilities Technician (Cannabis Cultivation Facility)

Parallel; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k enrollment

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Pet Insurance

Employee discount

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Parallel in Gainesville, FL is seeking a Facilities Technician to join our brand-new cannabis cultivation facility. You will help maintain critical building systems, ensure a safe working environment, and support daily operations that contribute to the success of the cultivation team.

The role requires 2–3 years of maintenance experience, the ability to read blueprints, and proficiency with hand and power tools.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• 2–3 years of experience maintaining and repairing building systems, equipment, and structures.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Experience using hand and power tools safely and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring all safety standards are consistently met.
• Operating, installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining building components and systems (electrical, HVAC, doors, and other mechanical equipment).
• Diagnosing equipment issues, performing repairs, and validating operation after maintenance.
• Supporting pumps, engines, motors, conveyors, compressors, and laboratory equipment maintenance.
• Repairing and maintaining facility structures based on work orders and needs.
• Completing basic plumbing and electrical maintenance tasks.
• Documenting maintenance activities and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assisting with additional facility maintenance projects as needed.

Skills

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

Hand tools

Power tools

Preventive maintenance

Problem-solving

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS

Test meters

Diagnostic equipment

HVAC controls

Job description

Facilities Technician

Location: Gainesville, FL

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM-3:30 PM

Pay Rate: $19.00-$20.00 per hour depending on experience

Join a Growing Cannabis Cultivation Team

Are you a hands-on problem solver who enjoys keeping facilities running at peak performance? We're seeking a Facilities Technician to join our brand-new cannabis cultivation facility in Gainesville, Florida supporting our Surterra Wellness market. In this role, you'll help maintain critical building systems, ensure a safe working environment, and support daily operations that contribute to the success of our cultivation team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with maintenance experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys tackling a variety of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and building maintenance challenges.

What You'll Be Doing

• Ensuring all personal, facility, and departmental safety standards are consistently met.
• Operating, installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining building components and systems, including electrical, HVAC, overhead doors, and other mechanical equipment.
• Diagnosing equipment issues, performing repairs, and validating successful operation after maintenance.
• Supporting the operation and maintenance of pumps, engines, motors, conveyors, compressors, laboratory equipment, and other mechanical systems.
• Repairing and maintaining facility structures based on work orders and operational needs.
• Performing basic plumbing repairs, including fixture installations, valve repairs, and pipeline maintenance.
• Performing basic electrical maintenance and repairs.
• Completing preventative maintenance tasks on mechanical tools and electronic testing equipment.
• Accurately documenting maintenance activities and supporting continuous improvement efforts.
• Assisting with additional facility maintenance projects and responsibilities as needed.

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid government-issued photo ID
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience maintaining and repairing building systems, equipment, and structures
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Experience using hand tools and power tools safely and effectively
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency using test meters and diagnostic equipment

Preferred Qualifications

• Journeyman Class B, Systems Contractor Class C, or Systems Technician Class D certification
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems
• Experience with motors, electrical controls, lighting systems, gas systems, and commercial building equipment
• Completion of a maintenance vocational/technical program or recognized apprenticeship
• Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems)

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to work in a fast-paced and evolving environment
• Exposure to bright lighting where eye protection may be required
• Exposure to cannabis odor
• Exposure to direct plant contact; some individuals may experience allergies
• Exposure to moderate heat and humidity
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, kneel, and perform repetitive movements for extended periods
• Ability to distinguish color-coded wiring
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to climb ladders and work from elevated platforms or scaffolding when necessary

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: Medical, dental, and vision insurance. 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 facility
• Help shape the future of a rapidly growing industry

Disclaimer

Parallel reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this job description. Your employment with Parallel is a voluntary one and is subject to termination by you or Parallel at will, with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time. Nothing in this document shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of Parallel associates.