Integrated Pest Management Technician - GrowHealthy (Lake Wales)

iAnthus Capital•West Lake Wales, FL

3d•$19 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

At iAnthus, we are not just in the business of cannabis; we’re in the business of empowering individuals to lead healthier, happier lives through access to premium-quality medicinal and adult-use cannabis products. We believe in the potential of cannabis to enhance wellness and redefine the future of self-care. As a trailblazer in the cannabis industry, we’re committed to providing a holistic approach to well-being, fostering a community where every patient and customer can thrive and find relief. iAnthus Capital Management is a multi-state operator, encompassing the full spectrum of cannabis enterprises, from cultivation to processing to retailing. Our mission is to create the most valuable cannabis brands and network of cannabis operations and distribution nationally. At iAnthus, you will be given opportunities for career development, a flexible work environment, excellent benefits, a wellness program and the ability to interact with and learn from leaders in the cannabis industry. You have a strong desire to learn and to contribute to a team. You are passionate about making an inclusive, positive, and compliant workforce. You can effectively manage your time and focus on ensuring data integrity and accuracy for your projects. If you would like to work in a fast-paced environment and are interested in building something meaningful with the rest of the iAnthus team, we would love to hear from you!

Requirements

Associates Degree in Horticulture, Agricultural or related field (preferred)
2+ years’ experience in the cannabis industry; minimum of 1-year of IPM
Experience preferably in an operations production/manufacturing environment.
Capable of working without supervision.
Understands compliance regulations and adheres to SOPs for specialized areas.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Must be 21 years of age.
Competent computer skills including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

Pesticide Applicators licenses for Categories: General Ag Pest Control; Agricultural Fumigation and Ag Chemigation.

Responsibilities

Ensure successful crop results through exceptional control over insects, disease, weeds and pathogens.
Conduct field scouting at a minimum of once per week throughout the growing season.
Develop pest specific thresholds to ensure proper use of tools available (biological, cultural, chemical, etc.).
Develop weekly pesticide application schedules through analysis of scouting data, crop stage, health and plan.
Experimentation, testing and validation of products used in controlling pests.
Collaborate with manufacturer representatives and industry organizations to identify labeling needs enabling diverse and effective products available for use.
Implement additional biological and cultural practices (beneficial organisms, cover crops, isolations, etc.) to provide alternatives traditional pesticides.
Adhere to all Pesticide State and Federal laws.
Work with State and Federal officers during routine and unannounced inspections, complaints or investigations.
Understand all aspects of pesticide management (interactions, tolerances, classifications, etc).
May require use of respirator in the workplace to protect against exposure to occupational dusts, fumes, mists, gases, and vapors; medical clearance and fit testing may be required before use of respirator.
All other tasks as required by management.

Benefits

12 Days of Paid Time Off
Ten Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Parental Leave
Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, and Transit Benefits
Employer Paid Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program
Product Discounts
Ability to work in a growing company where your talents and skills can have a positive impact
Opportunities for career development
Flexible work environment
Ability to interact with and learn from leaders in the cannabis industry.