The IPM Sprayer will apply pesticide sprays and drenches on a daily basis. Responsible for the execution of the IPM program as assigned by management Responsible for inspection, identification and management of pests/pathogens Assists in the operation and maintenance of all equipment related to IPM Other cultivation duties as assigned and to include hand watering Shifts will vary all hours of the day, including early morning and late evening start times. Work on scaffolding and ladders. Wear full face respiratory protection for 4 to 8 hours per day Be reliable and take pride in your work. What You'll Need to Have Experience in the operation of IPM sprayer (Required) Ability to pass a respiratory medical evaluation and fit test (Required) The possession of either a Qualified Applicator License, Qualified Applicator Certificate, or the ability to acquire a Private Applicator Certificate by passing a test administered by the Agricultural Commissioner's Office (Preferred) High School Diploma (preferred) 2+ years experience in agriculture (preferred) Working knowledge of agricultural practices, irrigation and fertigation systems (preferred) Must be 21 years of age (or older) at the time of hire (required) Proficiency of the English language, verbal and written format Monterey Growers is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by emailing.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and sit for long periods at a time; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Manual dexterity is essential to this position. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; and stoop, bend, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds, preferably utilizing partner lift. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Primarily in a light industrial environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; however, fluctuation of noise level may occur during peak production. The temperature in the work environment is usually moderate; however, fluctuation of temperature, either decreasing or increasing (heat level) is likely to occur during peak production.
Job Type:
Full-time Work Schedule:
Work 7:00am to 3:30pm Tuesday through
Saturday License/Certification:
Additional compensation if IPM licensed Driver's License (Preferred)