Green Thumb Industries
Integrated Pest Management Technician
Green Thumb Industries, Oglesby, Illinois, United States, 61348
The Role
Does everything you touch turn to green? GTI is looking for an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Technician to join our cultivation team. The IPM Tech provides horticulture and pest-management expertise to support our 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.
Essential Functions
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
Safety & Compliance
Must be able to perform duties while wearing proper PPE as required (i.e. respirators, goggles, 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
Perform record keeping accurately and completely as directed by a lead or supervisor
Qualifications
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
Working Conditions
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).
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 be a minimum of 21 years of age
Must be approved by the D.O.A. to receive an Agent badge
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 $20.50 – $24 USD
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Essential Functions
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
Safety & Compliance
Must be able to perform duties while wearing proper PPE as required (i.e. respirators, goggles, 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
Perform record keeping accurately and completely as directed by a lead or supervisor
Qualifications
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
Working Conditions
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).
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 be a minimum of 21 years of age
Must be approved by the D.O.A. to receive an Agent badge
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 $20.50 – $24 USD
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