Post Harvest Technician I

Trulieve; Town of Florida, Northern (NY, KY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Trulieve in Madison, Florida is seeking a Post-Harvest Technician I to support Harvesting and Drying operations. You will perform manual tasks, sanitation, and assist across Dry, Trim and Cure as needed.

You must have a High School Diploma, be 21+, pass a background check, and thrive in a fast-paced team environment. The role offers hourly pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Effective communication and collaboration in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work in a team and follow safety protocols.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Cutting down product and separating the plant from the root ball.
• Defoliation and trimming of the plants.
• Prepare product for transportation to the dry rooms and sanitation duties.
• Initial cleaning and removal of all plant material post-harvest.
• Assist across Dry, Trim, and Cure as needed.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

Remote Work Available: No

Reports to: Post Harvest Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly

Location: Madison, Florida

Position Summary

The Post-Harvest Technician I provides manual labor to support the operations within the Cultivation department, while abiding by laws, rules, policies, procedures, and operational guidelines. The Post-Harvest Technician I position will primarily support the Harvesting and Drying departments with day-to-day tasks and sanitation responsibilities. In addition, as determined by business need, Post-Harvest Technician I team members may be flexed to provide support in Dry, Trim, and Cure.

Key Responsibilities

• Cutting down product, separating the plant from the root ball
• Defoliation and trimming of the plants
• Properly preparing product for transportation to the dry rooms
• Initially cleaning and removing all plant material post-harvest
• Weighing and disposing of all plant material not being sent for the drying process
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and bag any excess plant material leaving the grow room clean once the harvest process is completed
• Clean, sanitize, and store all grow room trays, irrigation equipment, and harvest equipment upon use
• Perform various manual cross-department job duties as needed
• Secondary but essential job functions
• All other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Effective communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
• Works well in a team environment
• Attention to detail

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)

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.