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Curaleaf

Cultivation Associate

Litchfield, IL · On-site

$17/hr

Cultivation Associate Pay Rate: $17/hr Location: Litchfield, IL Job Type: Full Time | Non-Exempt Shift: Monday - Friday, 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM Who You Are: You're excited to build a well-rounded skill ...

Curaleaf

Cultivation Associate

Litchfield, IL

$17/hr

Cultivation Associate Pay Rate: $17/hr Location: Litchfield, IL Job Type: Full-Time | Non-Exempt Shift: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM Who You Are: You're excited to build a well-rounded skill ...

City of New York

Associate Commissioner

Bronx, NY · On-site

$175K - $195K/yr

Under general direction of the Deputy Commissioner, the Associate Commissioner of the Horizon Juvenile Center will be responsible for planning the day-to-day oversight of the administration and ...

Essex County College

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR

Newark, NJ · On-site

$72K - $80K/yr

The Associate Director may supervise professional staff, support staff and student workers. Duties & Responsibilities 1. Assist with managing the accounting control functions within the Bursar Office ...

Latitude AI

Triage Associate I (Contractor)

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$25.62 - $38.44/hr

Triage Associate I (Contractor) Latitude AI is building the future of Ford's autonomy roadmap to make travel safer, less stressful, and more enjoyable for everyone. Bringing this vision to scale, our ...

Vierra Communities

Pastoral Care Associate

Halethorpe, MD · On-site

$35K - $38K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Pastoral Care Associate - Skilled Nursing Facility Full-time - Salaried - Exempt position St. Elizabeth Nursing is under new management! We are now a Vierra Communities property are seeking a ...

Rosewood Market + Deli

Bulk Foods Associate

Columbia, SC

$15/hr

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

BULK FOODS ASSOCIATE Rosewood Market + Deli | Columbia, SC (Shandon) | Full-Time & Part-Time $15.00 / hour to start Our bulk foods department is one of the things that makes Rosewood Market special.

Farmers Insurance Group

Associate Agent

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

  • Medical

  • Life

The Associate Agent program offers a limited incentive-opportunity for qualifying candidates. This program is designed to support early success by rewarding eligible candidates for meeting new ...

Paramount

Broadcast Associate, 60 Minutes

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$51K - $65K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Together, we co-create moments that matter - both for our audiences and our employees - and aim to leave a positive mark on culture. 60 Minutes is seeking a Broadcast Associate whose primary job will ...

Goodwin House

Associate Executive Director

Alexandria, VA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

About the Associate Executive Director Position Goodwin Living is seeking an exceptional and compassionate leader to serve as the Associate Executive Director of its Goodwin House Alexandria (GHA ...

Sunday Inc

Triage Associate

Redwood City, CA · On-site

What to Expect We're looking for a Triage Associate to join our Data OPs team and serve as the first line of defense in debugging hardware and software issues across our robot fleet. You'll work in ...

Givens Communities

Life Enrichment Associate - PT

Asheville, NC · On-site

$19 - $21/hr

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Associate. This is a vital role that will help facilitate and support Life Enrichment programs for our residents. Consistent evening and weekend availability required. The schedule for this role will ...

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How much do rural carrier associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for rural carrier associate in the United States is $25.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $26.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges rural carrier associates face when delivering mail in rural areas?

Rural Carrier Associates often encounter challenges such as navigating unpaved or poorly marked roads, dealing with inclement weather, and managing longer delivery routes compared to urban carriers. Additionally, they may need to use their own vehicles and ensure they are properly maintained for mail delivery. Adapting to these conditions requires good organizational skills, attention to safety, and a strong sense of independence.

What is the difference between Rural Carrier Associate vs Mail Carrier?

AspectRural Carrier AssociateMail Carrier
Required CredentialsValid driver's license, background checkValid driver's license, background check
Work EnvironmentRural routes, outdoor, variable weatherUrban/suburban routes, outdoor, weather-dependent
Employer & Industry UsageUnited States Postal Service (USPS), rural deliveryUSPS, urban and suburban delivery
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Rural Carrier Associates and Mail Carriers both work for USPS and require similar credentials. The main difference lies in their work environment: Rural Carrier Associates typically deliver in rural areas with longer, less dense routes, while Mail Carriers operate in urban and suburban settings with more frequent stops. Both roles involve outdoor work and require a valid driver's license. Understanding these differences can help job seekers find the best fit for their skills and preferences.

What is a rural carrier associate?

Rural Carrier Associates (RCAs) are non-career employees of the United States Postal Service who deliver mail and packages on rural routes. They fill in for regular rural carriers during their days off or when they are on leave, ensuring that postal services in rural areas continue without interruption. RCAs may also sort mail, collect outgoing mail, and provide customer service along their delivery routes. The position requires driving a personal or postal vehicle, handling various weather conditions, and interacting with community members. Over time, RCAs can gain experience and may have opportunities to become full-time career rural carriers.
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Infographic showing various Rural Carrier Associate job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,254 per year, or $25.6 per hour.

Cultivation Associate

Curaleaf

Litchfield, IL • On-site

$17/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago

Curaleaf rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 69 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

18th of 33 rated cannabis dispensaries

Job description

Title: Cultivation Associate 
Pay Rate: $17/hr
Location: Litchfield, IL 
Job Type: Full Time | Non-Exempt 
Shift: Monday - Friday, 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Who You Are: 
You're excited to build a well-rounded skill set in cannabis cultivation and eager to learn every aspect of the garden. With training and guidance, you'll gain hands-on experience across the entire production cycle, including plant care, environmental monitoring, harvesting, and more. You bring curiosity, reliability, and a team-focused mindset, making you a key part of a cultivation operation that thrives on shared knowledge and cross-training. 

What You'll Do: 

As a Cultivation Associate at Curaleaf, you'll be cross-trained to support the full plant life cycle, from clone to harvest, helping to grow premium cannabis while maintaining top-quality standards. Your day-to-day will include: 

  • Performing daily plant care such as cutting, rooting, transplanting, watering, feeding, trimming, staking, and pruning to keep plants healthy 
  • Tracking humidity, moisture, and temperature to maintain ideal growing conditions and meet quality goals 
  • Inspecting plants for leaf health, bloom size, pests, or disease and removing any that don't meet standards 
  • Assisting with harvest by cutting plants, trimming, removing flowering tops, weighing products, and recording inventory in the electronic tracking system 
  • Supporting the curing process by hanging and dry-racking flowers, monitoring climate conditions, labeling and weighing products, and entering inventory data 
  • Operating and maintaining lighting, irrigation, and climate-control systems while stocking supplies and keeping all cultivation areas and tools clean and sanitized 
  • Pitching in during high-demand periods to help prepare and package products, including premium extraction items 
  • Following state regulations and security procedures by accurately labeling plants and entering inventory information 

What You'll Bring: 

  • You have a natural green thumb and a genuine passion for working with plants, with experience harvesting in a professional or home setting (gardening counts!) 
  • You thrive in a fast-paced, team environment, collaborating with others while fostering a positive and professional atmosphere 
  • You bring sharp attention to detail, ensuring quality and consistency in every task 
  • You are reliable and detail-oriented, with strong documentation, inventory, and organizational skills that help you stay on top of a tight schedule 
  • You have solid math and measurement skills and the ability to operate a scale with confidence 
  • You have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent 

Even Better If: 

  • You bring knowledge of growing technologies such as lighting, irrigation, soil, and nutrients, along with hands-on experience in landscaping, horticulture, or agriculture 
  • You understand different cannabis strains and their unique growing needs 

Physical Requirements 

  • Ability to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods of time (8-10 hours per shift) 
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and occasional lifting of heavier items with assistance 
  • Frequent and repetitive use of hands and wrists for extended periods of time 
  • Repetitive bending, squatting, and reaching 
  • Ability to climb ladders or step stools to access plants or equipment 
  • Ability to use required PPE when required, such as masks, hair nets, beard covers, respirators, boot covers, scrubs, non-slip shoes, and Tyvek suits as necessary 

Environmental Conditions 

  • Exposure to environments with high humidity, varying temperatures, and strong odors (such as cannabis) 
  • Exposure to soil, water, fertilizer, dust, pollen and plant pathogens 
  • Exposure to cleaning solvents, such as high volumes of isopropyl alcohol 
  • Exposure to loud noises, including but not limited to air compressors, packaging equipment, and alarms 
  • Exposure to CO2 manufacturing procedures at OSHA approved CO2 levels 

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About Curaleaf

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Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. ("Curaleaf") is a leading international provider of consumer products in cannabis, with a mission to improve lives by providing clarity around cannabis and confidence around consumption. As a high-growth cannabis company known for quality, expertise, and reliability, the company and its brands, including Curaleaf and Select provide industry-leading service, product selection, and accessibility across the medical and adult-use markets. Today, we operate in 19 states with 144 dispensaries, service nearly 2,200 wholesale partner accounts, we have 29 cultivation sites and over 5,500 team members in the United States. Curaleaf International is the leading vertically integrated cannabis company in Europe with a unique supply and distribution network throughout the European market, bringing together pioneering science and research with cutting-edge cultivation, extraction, and production. Our corporate social responsibility is Rooted in Good. We believe in taking corporate and social responsibility very seriously, from our educational outreach to national partnerships, state-wide initiatives and local causes. Giving back to the communities where we operate is important to us and helps to change old attitudes by showing the positive impact of cannabis in creating jobs, changing lives, and helping local communities.

Industry

Medical equipment and supplies manufacturing

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Wakefield, MA, US

Year founded

2010

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