Integrated Pest Technician

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts • Naples, FL

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Integrated Pest Technician plays a vital role in supporting the IPM Specialist and the safety through proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Best Management Practices (BMP)applications to the golf course. They will monitor and prevent disease, noxious weeds and pest activity with precision, care, and environmental responsibility and stewardship. In this role, you will implement programs under the direction of the IPM Specialist that will be preapproved by the Director of Golf Maintenance and the Superintendent, conduct daily routine inspections, apply sustainable treatment methods, and ensure compliance with local, state, federal and Four Seasons health and safety standards. You will work closely with the IPM Specialist to maintain a pristine environment and protect the guest experience.

Requirements

• Previous experience in pest control, environmental health, or an IPM-focused role preferred.
• Knowledge of BMP IPM principles and safe chemical handling practices.
• Preventative applications and scouting.
• Flexibility to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• US work authorization is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine daily golf course inspections scouting for disease, weeds or pests.
• Implement and maintain Integrated Pest Management procedures, focusing on prevention and safe targeted curative treatments.
• Respond quickly to pest-related applications and follow the label.
• Ensure all treatments comply with regulatory and Four Seasons standards.
• Maintain safe pesticide handling, and preventive measures to support IPM goals.
• Ensure all recordkeeping is relayed to the IPM specialist at the end of everyday for recordkeeping.
• Address concerns professionally and escalate when appropriate through the chain of command.
• Walk Spray greens with tank mixtures including but not limited to fertilizer, fungicide and insecticide.
• Walk spread granular fertilizer weekly with a Lesco Spreader.
• Hand pull weeds when necessary.

Benefits

• Competitive, rewarding salary!
• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and retirement plan with employer matching.
• Paid time off beginning on your first day.
• An opportunity to work with a skilled, supportive, and inclusive team.
• Training and development programs to advance your technical and leadership skills.
• Employee wellness, safety, and mental-health initiatives.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
• Complimentary employee meals and onsite beverages.
• Tuition and certification reimbursement for approved training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed