Lead Outdoor Integrated Pest Management Technician (Full Time Temp)

The Role

Does everything you touch turn to green? GTI is looking for a Lead Outdoor Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Technician to join our cultivation team. The Lead Outdoor IPM Tech provides horticulture and pest-management expertise to support our outdoor cultivation department, while abiding by laws, rules, policies, procedures and operational guidelines. Our ideal candidate is a self-motivated, positive individual with a nursery, horticulture, entomology or plant pathology background.

Responsibilities

• 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 Cultivation leadership and IPM Director to ensure consistent and effective pest management practices
• Calibrate and maintain equipment used for pest control and monitoring
• Successfully mentor, train and develop strong team members, provide coaching in real time
• Direct the team - directing, scheduling & leading the team to complete daily, weekly, monthly and annual production goals.
• All other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Safety & Compliance:

• 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

• 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 as needed

• Perform record keeping accurately and completely as directed by a lead or Head Grower

Qualifications

• Previous experience in horticulture/nursery, entomology, or plant pathology required
• Prior cannabis experience is not required
• Ability to qualify for a Pesticide Applicator Certification within 90 days of employment
• Highly organized, with a high 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

Additional Requirements

• 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 possess valid driver's license
• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
• Must be approved by state badging agency to work in cannabis industry

Working Conditions

• 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 possess valid driver's license
• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
• Must be approved by state badging agency to work in cannabis industry

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.

Green Thumb Pay Range

$22-$23.50 USD