IPM Technician - Franklin, NJ 07416

Ascend Wellness • Franklin, NJ

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About The Position

The IPM Technician works in conjunction with the Cultivation Management, overseeing all Integrated Pest Management activities. Eliminates and controls undesirable insects, with infrequent supervision. The IPM Technician is versed in proper application methodology including calibration, application procedures and insect, arachnid, and vertebrate identification.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2+ years' field or greenhouse pest management experience or an undergraduate degree in a related field
• Must obtain a State Certified Applicator license in Pest category within 90 days
• Ability to identify insects, arthropods, vertebrates, and other pests and create treatment plans based on physiology
• Physical aptitude and health necessary to perform manual labor tasks required for the proper management of a commercial grow
• Display accountability, proactive behavior, and strong attention to detail
• Strong attention to detail and ability to adhere to strict policies and procedure
• Well organized and ability to keep deadlines
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment
• Must be 21 years or older
• Full knowledge of all applicable law, regulations, and requirements to keep the facility at 100% compliance at all times
• Must be able to obtain and retain a Registered Agent Card issued by the state of operation
• Must be able to internalize training and follow instructions
• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively

Responsibilities

• Applying IPM products including sprays and biological control agents
• Scouting all cultivation areas for signs and symptoms of pests, pathogens, and other plant health issues
• Identifies insects, arthropods, vertebrates, and other pests and create treatment plans based on physiology
• Measures area dimensions requiring treatment; calculates chemical requirements to address specific pest issues
• Operates, maintains, and repairs equipment as needed
• Coordinates scheduling of work orders with the Cultivation Management
• Stays current on practices and all local, state, and federal codes and regulations related to IPM in agriculture
• Ensures timely submission of all required records
• Implements quality standards; conducts and documents follow-up inspections
• Must complete required training to maintain commercial applicators license for Pest category
• Maintains effective written and oral communication with Cultivation Management
• Follows standard operating procedures for assigned tasks and projects and follows all safety protocol
• Cleaning all cultivation areas regularly to prevent the buildup of algae and debris
• Maintaining cleanliness of cultivation areas and ensure sanitation procedures are being closely followed
• Ability to work in a fast paced and challenging environment
• Additional ad hoc projects, tasks, and responsibilities will apply
• Maintaining compliance with company SOPs and reporting changes or updates to management as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services