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Integrated Pest Management Technician

Green ThumbOglesby, IL
Posted Sep 28 · Last Verified Sep 28
💰 $20.5 – $24/hrFull-timepest controlmaintenance and facilities

Quick Summary

Integrated Pest Management Technician for Green Thumb's cultivation team in Oglesby, Illinois, responsible for pest monitoring, identification, and control using scientific methods.

Skills & Keywords

Integrated Pest ManagementPest identificationIPM strategiesPesticide application

The Role

The pay range is competitive and based on experience, qualifications, and/or location of the role. Positions may be eligible for a discretionary annual incentive program driven by organization and individual performance.

  • Inspect and monitor pest activity in various environments
  • Identify pests and assess infestation levels using scientific knowledge and monitoring tools
  • Develop and implement effective IPM strategies based on pest biology, environmental conditions, and site-specific factors
  • Apply control methods including cultural, mechanical, biological, and chemical techniques while minimizing risk to people and the environment
  • Maintain accurate records of inspections, treatments, and pest activity trends
  • Collaborate with Supervisors and team members to ensure consistent and effective pest management practices
  • Calibrate and maintain equipment used for pest control and monitoring
  • Must be able to perform duties while wearing proper PPE as required (i.e. respirators, googles, coveralls, gloves) Be aware of hazards in the workspace
  • Be aware of hazards in the workspace
  • Retain and understand department specific training
  • Report safety incidents/ concerns and comply with follow-up actions
  • Be compliant with area safety requirements, state regulations and PPE requirements
  • Follow GMP, biosecurity, sanitation or other quality and compliance requirements
  • Perform record keeping accurately and completely as directed by a lead or supervisor
  • Previous experience in horticulture/nursery, entomology, or plant pathology required
  • Pesticide Applicator Certification required within 90 days of employment
  • Highly organized, with an obsessive attention to detail
  • Experienced in Excel, data collection and entry
  • Research skills and familiarity with scientific method preferred
  • Must be able to read and correctly follow written instructions and product labels
  • Highly motivated, self-directed, innovative and able to work independently or among teams with keen judgement, common sense and resourcefulness
  • Attention to detail and ability to focus on one task for extended periods of time
  • Adapts and thrives in a demanding, start-up, fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work independently throughout a workday with given directives
  • Minimum of a high school diploma or GED
  • Prior cannabis experience not required
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to perform reaching, grasping, bending, stooping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment
  • Some exposure, with proper personal protective equipment, to regulated chemicals such as fertilizers, cleaning agents, and pesticides
  • Work involves daily exposure to allergens (such as cannabis, tree nuts, and coconut oil).
  • Must pass any and all required background checks
  • Must be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry
  • Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
  • Must be approved by the D.O.A. to receive an Agent badge
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About Green Thumb

Green Thumb Industries is a cannabis company that operates dispensaries and promotes well-being through cannabis products and services.

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