Integrated Pest Management Technician

Parallel • Wimauma, FL

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About The Position

This individual will work hands-on monitoring the crops, ensure accurate reports of the crops' health and wellness are relayed to management, and implement IPM strategies designated by the IPM department. Parallel is one of the largest multi-state cannabis companies in the world, owning and operating in five markets; Florida (Surterra Wellness), Massachusetts (NETA), Pennsylvania (Goodblend), Nevada (The Apothecary Shoppe) and Texas (Surterra Wellness). If you enjoy companies that are growing, moving fast, and constantly challenging themselves to achieve more, then Parallel is for you. We work hard, lean on each other, and are passionate about a pretty ambitious vision … pioneering a new paradigm of what well-being can be for all people, everywhere.

Requirements

• Age 21 or over (Required)
• High School Diploma or equivalent (Required)
• Valid Government-Issued Photo ID (Required)
• Pesticide Applicator Certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of being hired
• 6 months experience in commercial cultivation, agriculture, or another related field
• Proficient with measurements
• Ability to work independently and as a team member
• Three (3) months IPM experience
• Landscape, nursery, or growing operations experience

Responsibilities

• Oversee the facility's Integrated Pest Management program to ensure safe and compliant application of state-approved pesticides, beneficial insects, and biocontrol agents.
• Responsible for the elimination and control of pests and substances that can impact crop health and yield.
• Coordinate closely with Cultivation management team to adjust treatment programs to precisely target pests when they emerge; solicits feedback to align on department goals.
• Create, disseminate, and track completion of work orders for chemical mixing and application.
• Ensure a safe work environment through ensuring all team members receive training on standard operating procedures, follow all PPE requirements when fulfilling work orders, and posting signage on areas receiving treatments.
• Manages routine cleaning and maintenance of all equipment.
• Performs routine irrigation inspection and filter replacement.
• Complies with PADOH spray regulations and spray logs.

Benefits

• Employee discount
• Consistent, reliable benefits; Full medical/vision/dental, 401k with possibility of a company match, access to company-sponsored well-being programs
• Balance and flexibility; paid time off, paid parental leave, flexible work arrangements
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Pet Insurance
• Chance to make a difference; Employee Relief Fund, community volunteerism through our Parallel Cares program

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Warehousing and Storage
• Education Level: High school or GED