IPM Cultivation Technician

Job Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Perform and provide leadership for all IPM tasks
• Maintain a clean and organized working environment;
• Follow IPM schedules;
• Provide IPM Manager with Daily IPM Status Reports
• Comply with all company policies including confidentiality, non-compete, and non-disclosure of/with all company methods and procedures.
• Scout all the plants in the Facility (moms, clones, veg, flower, quarantine, etc.) and prepare reports of findings on time Identify invading pests, disease and biological agents.
• Set, monitor and report findings of mechanical traps (sticky cards, etc.)
• Calculate different rates for different volumes of IPM products
• Assist in the completion of the IPM program including; cultural, physical, biological, and chemical control methods.
• Apply IPM products and release Biologicals. Spray/Drench IPM products solutions, powders, and gases to target specific pest and or disease
• Provide guidance to other workers involved in application
• Utilize appropriate protective gear and equipment during application
• Clean and remove IPM products after application and make sure sprayers and pumps are clean after the application.
• Plate possible disease problem, incubate, prepare slides for Microscope identification and submit to the Agronomist/Plant Health Manager Perform other job assignments as needed

Job Requirements

• Technical Experience a plus.
• Are at least 21 years of age
• Are willing to participate in an extensive background check
• Have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Skills and Abilities

• Results driven
• Trustworthy and hardworking
• Excellent time- management skills Ability to effectively plan, sequence, and prioritize
• Self-directed, organized, and detail- oriented with strong problem solving and decision-making skills Able to work efficiently and accurately
• Flexible, collaborative, team-oriented, with excellent communication skills Ability to communicate clearly and calmly
• Skills at using computers, web browsers, Google Apps

Physical Requirements

• Extended time standing, sitting, walking, bending and reaching
• Close visual focus required
• This position requires the extended and repetitive use of arms, hands and fingers to cut and manipulate small objects
• Required to stand for extended periods of time, lifting of objects on a regular basis, and daily repetitive tasks
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds for 100 feet

Work Environment

• Climate controlled nursery conditions conducive to plant life
• Strong cannabis aromas, and periodic odors from pesticide and cleaning products.
• Normal hours of operation days shifts and most weekends
• Occasional loud noises from machinery