GGP Pest Management Specialist

Aviagen • Elkmont, AL

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About The Position

The Pest Management Specialist is responsible and accountable for performing the daily aspects of the pest management program on GGP farms. The role includes monitoring farms for pests and pest activity, supervising the Pest Management Specialist team, taking corrective action and following up on problem areas, and completing weekly reports. The specialist must follow company pest management and bio-security programs, as well as health and safety rules and applicable environmental regulations.

Requirements

• Pest management experience.
• Computer application skills, including working with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Trustworthiness, honesty, and loyalty.
• Self-motivation and the ability to perform tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Attention to detail when following company pest management programs.
• Keen observation skills to identify developments that could improve pest management programs.
• Follow health and safety rules and regulations, and understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Ability to read chemical labels to ensure proper application and compliance with environmental regulations.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to obtain chemical applicator licenses.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean motor vehicle record (MVR).

Nice To Haves

• Supervisory experience.
• High school diploma or GED (preferred but not required).

Responsibilities

• Monitor GGP farms daily for pests and/or pest activity.
• Supervise the team of Pest Management Specialists.
• Take corrective actions and follow up on problem areas.
• Complete legible weekly reports of findings and actions taken.
• Observe on-farm bio-security practices and follow all company bio-security programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED