Integrated Pest Management Technician

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 Supervisors and team members to ensure consistent and effective pest management practices
• Calibrate and maintain equipment used for pest control and monitoring

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
• Able to work independently throughout a workday with given directives
• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED