Post Harvest Technician I (7:00am-3:30pm)

Trulieve; McKeesport (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with Company Match

Vacation and Sick Time

Employee Discount

Job summary

Trulieve is hiring a Post Harvest Technician I in the Cultivation department. The role involves harvesting, weighing, and logging cannabis material for transfer to dry rooms, with strict adherence to SOPs and cGMP standards. The position requires physical work, attention to detail, and strong teamwork within a fast-paced environment.

Salary starts at $16.25 per hour with full benefits and a 40+ hour workweek. Nearest major market is Pittsburgh; remote work is not available.

Qualifications

• Cannabis handling knowledge is a plus, but not required.
• Maintain good discipline and attendance standards.
• Ability to work hands on with cannabis plant material daily.
• Flexibility to work in various sectors of the production department as needed/requested by supervisor.
• Team-oriented with constructive collaboration across departments.
• Proactive attitude with a positive demeanor.
• Self-motivation, innovation, and teamwork.
• Excellent time management to maintain efficiency and high-quality product.

Responsibilities

• Harvesting cannabis material and preparing, weighing, and logging for transport to dry rooms.
• Defoliation of plants as needed and weight logging.
• Maintain compliance using a centralized tracking system and SOP/cGMP standards.
• Documenting testing results and inputting data into the company database.
• Maintain equipment and ensure cleanliness and safety in the work area.
• Support cross-department duties and ensure a clean, safe environment.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Time management

Hands-on

SOP compliance

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

Requisition ID: 20549

Remote Work Available: No

Job Title: Post Harvest Technician I

Department: Cultivation

Reports to: Cultivation Leadership

FLSA Status: Regular- Non-Exempt

Nearest Major Market: Pittsburgh

Pay Rate: $16.25

Position Summary

As Post Harvest Technician I, you will play a critical role in harvesting, weighing, and sending harvested material to the dry loading teams. This position is ideal for detail-oriented individuals who thrive in a fast-paced hands-on environment and want to contribute to a mission-driven company.

Key Responsibilities

• Participates in harvesting cannabis material while properly preparing, weighing, and logging cannabis material for transportation to the dry rooms
• Defoliation of the plants as needed
• Maintain compliance using a centralized tracking system
• Documenting testing results through reports and logs
• Inputting data into the company database
• Continual quality control assessment as product moves through the process
• Maintaining and operating all equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures
• Weighing and disposing of all plant waste material
• Ensure that material and/or products are processed and prepared by following SOP and/or cGMP standards of cleanliness and hygiene
• Ensure all cannabis material and/or product are accounted for according to company policy and procedures
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and bag any excess plant material leaving the work areas clean
• Clean, sanitize, and store all equipment upon use
• Observe and follow company safety rules and regulations
• Perform various manual cross-department job duties as needed
• Ensure an overall positive, safe and clean environment
• All other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Knowledge and understanding of cannabis handling including harvesting, drying, curing, and trimming is a plus, but not required
• Maintain good discipline and attendance standards
• Ability to work hands on with cannabis plant material daily
• Ability to be flexible and work in various sectors of the production department as needed/requested by the direct supervisor
• Ability to work as a team unit while completing tasks and creating constructive collaboration with members of other departments
• Create a proactive environment while maintaining a positive attitude
• Self-motivated, innovative, and a team player
• Excellent time management skills, driving efficiency and productivity to ensure goals are consistently met while maintaining high quality finished product
• Remain compliant with all legal and company regulations

Additional Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age (or a minimum of 18 years of age in CT, PA and WV)
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Must have valid Driver’s License or ability to obtain one
• Must pass a level 2 background screening

Physical Requirements

• 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 of time, maintain body equilibrium while climbing ladders, stairways, stopping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching, and use hands/fingers to hold, grasp, turn, pick, pinch frequently/constantly to complete tasks
• 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 have visual acuity with/without job aids to perform activities such as reading, viewing a computer terminal, 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)

Benefits

• Career Path Program
  • Start at Tech 1
  • After 9 months of employment, eligible for Tech 2
  • After 15 months of employment, eligible for Tech 3
• Trulieve offers a full range of benefits. Here are a few highlights:
  • Company Provided: Basic Life & AD&D, Employee Assistance Program, and Teladoc
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Medical, Dental (including Orthodontia), and Vision
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Voluntary Life & AD&D
  • Voluntary Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  • Voluntary Supplemental Plans – Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity
  • Vacation and Sick Time
  • Company Discount (30–35%)
  • Veterans Discount
  • Employee Resource Groups

WORK SCHEDULE

40+ hours weekly with flexible hours depending on department needs. Must be available to work occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Nearest Major Market: Pittsburgh

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.