Evening Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary :

We are seeking a detail-oriented and safety-conscious IPM Specialist to manage the pest and disease prevention protocols at our 2-acre cannabis greenhouse facility. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with pesticide, fungicide, and sanitizer applications, and understands how to balance plant health with regulatory compliance and environmental responsibility. This is a solo shift role focused on evening spray applications when the greenhouse is clear of most personnel.

Key Responsibilities :

• Perform daily scouting for pests, pathogens, and plant stress indicators across all cultivation zones.
• Apply approved insecticides, fungicides, and cleaning / sanitation agents using handheld, backpack, and / or motorized sprayers.
• Follow pre-established IPM protocols and make data-driven decisions to adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Keep accurate spray logs, chemical inventories, and sanitation records in compliance with state regulations.
• Mix and dilute chemical solutions safely per manufacturer and SDS instructions.
• Ensure all applications are conducted in accordance with PPE, REI (Restricted Entry Interval), and ventilation requirements.
• Maintain cleanliness and upkeep of all IPM tools, tanks, and sprayers.
• Communicate pest pressures, application efficacy, and concerns to cultivation management.
• Assist with non-spray-related tasks as needed (e.g., trap placement, environmental monitoring, equipment cleaning).
• Stay current with best practices in biological control, chemical resistance management, and state compliance updates.
• Assist with day-to-day greenhouse tasks, as needed, including plant movements, treatments, maintenance, etc.

Qualifications :

Physical Requirements :

LSL Management is committed to providing an equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees. LSL Management will not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of age, race / color, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, genetic information or other legally protected status under applicable federal, state or local laws. It is our intent and desire that equal employment opportunities will be provided in employment, recruitment, selection, compensation, benefits, promotion, demotion, layoff, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment.