Green Thumb Industries (GTI) · 3 hours ago
Lead Outdoor Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Technician
Centreville, Maryland, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$22/hr - $23.50/hrGreenthumb Industries is seeking a Lead Outdoor Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Technician to join their cultivation team. The role involves providing horticulture and pest-management expertise to support outdoor cultivation while ensuring compliance with laws and operational guidelines. Responsibilities include inspecting pest activity, developing IPM strategies, and mentoring team members.
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Responsibilities
Inspect and monitor pest activity in various environments
Identify pests and assess infestation levels using scientific knowledge and monitoring tools
Develop and implement effective IPM strategies based on pest biology, environmental conditions, and site-specific factors
Apply control methods including cultural, mechanical, biological, and chemical techniques while minimizing risk to people and the environment
Maintain accurate records of inspections, treatments, and pest activity trends
Collaborate with Cultivation leadership and IPM Director to ensure consistent and effective pest management practices
Calibrate and maintain equipment used for pest control and monitoring
Successfully mentor, train and develop strong team members, provide coaching in real time
Direct the team – directing, scheduling & leading the team to complete daily, weekly, monthly and annual production goals
All other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Must be able to perform duties while wearing proper PPE as required (i.e. respirators, googles, coveralls, gloves)
Be aware of hazards in the workspace
Retain and understand department specific training
Report safety incidents/ concerns and comply with follow-up actions
Be compliant with area safety requirements, state regulations and PPE requirements
Follow GMP, biosecurity, sanitation or other quality and compliance requirements as needed
Perform record keeping accurately and completely as directed by a lead or Head Grower
Qualification
Required
Previous experience in horticulture/nursery, entomology, or plant pathology required
Ability to qualify for a Pesticide Applicator Certification within 90 days of employment
Highly organized, with a high attention to detail
Experienced in Excel, data collection and entry
Must be able to read and correctly follow written instructions and product labels
Highly motivated, self-directed, innovative and able to work independently or among teams with keen judgement, common sense and resourcefulness
Attention to detail and ability to focus on one task for extended periods of time
Adapts and thrives in a demanding, start-up, fast-paced environment
Ability to work independently throughout a workday with given directives
Minimum of a high school diploma or GED
Must pass any and all required background checks
Must be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry
Must possess valid driver's license
Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
Must be approved by state badging agency to work in cannabis industry
Preferred
Research skills and familiarity with scientific method
Company
Green Thumb Industries (GTI)
Green Thumb Industries Inc.
Founded in 2014
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$229.15MKey Investors
Valley National Bank
2024-09-12Post Ipo Debt· $150M
2021-04-30Post Ipo Equity
2018-10-17Post Ipo Equity· $78.08M
Leadership Team
Anthony Georgiadis
President
Recent News
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