iAnthus · 20 hours ago
Integrated Pest Management Technician - GrowHealthy (Lake Wales)
Lake Wales, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$18.50/hr - $18.50/hr
2+ years expiAnthus is a multi-state operator in the cannabis industry, committed to providing premium-quality medicinal and adult-use cannabis products. The Integrated Pest Management Technician will ensure successful crop results through pest control, field scouting, and compliance with pesticide regulations while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.
AgricultureCannabisFinancial ServicesVenture Capital
Responsibilities
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Practices
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
Record Keeping and Data Governance
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
Qualification
Required
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
Minimum of 1-year of leadership and supervisory experience
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
Must pass a Level 2 Background Screening as required by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, DOH and the Office of Medical Marijuana Use (OMMU)
Competent computer skills including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
Preferred
Pesticide Applicators licenses for Categories: General Ag Pest Control; Agricultural Fumigation and Ag Chemigation
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
Company
iAnthus
iAnthus offers financial operations to manage the cannabis industry.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$273.18MKey Investors
Gotham Green PartnersTorian Capital
2023-02-02Post Ipo Debt· $14M
2022-06-24Post Ipo Debt· $25M
2021-02-02Post Ipo Debt· $11M
Leadership Team
Richard Proud
Chief Executive Officer & Director
Robert Galvin
Interim Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
2025-12-09
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