Integrated Pest Specialist

JOB SUMMARY

The Integrated Pest Specialist (IPS) will coordinate with the Integrated Pest Manager to ensure the facility's IPM needs are being met. IPS will work independently to accomplish IPM treatments and scouting procedures delegated by the Integrated Pest Manager. This includes all grow areas and phases: Propagation, Vegetative Rooms, Flower Rooms. Responsibilities

• Conduct the spray schedule for both pest and disease prevention, ensuring correct chemical mixture rates
• Identification and remediation of any possible pest or disease entries into grow areas
• Application of beneficial organisms
• Proper recording of any pesticide application into the pesticide log as required by the Cannabis Control Commission.
• Conduct weekly bug scouts
• Conduct weekly reading of yellow sticky cards
• Maintenance of IPM equipment (sprayers, foggers, etc)
• Respond to and clean chemical spills in the cultivation grow areas
• Uphold biosecurity procedures
• Responsible for completing any work assigned during a scheduled shift, as well as information sharing:
• Maintain open communication with the Integrated Pest Manager and other co-workers
• Maintain a clean, sanitary work environment while prioritizing worker safety
• Knowledge and understanding of safe pesticide use and CCC approved pesticides
• Following all Commonwealth Alternative Care policies
• Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove job duties at any time, with or without prior notice, in accordance with business needs.

Employees may also be required to perform additional job-related tasks not specifically outlined in this job description, including special projects or assignments requested by their direct manager.

Key Competencies:

Functional Acumen

• Consistently shows comprehensive knowledge, skills, and abilities in the functional area(s) for which they are responsible, and understands the fit with overall business goals Emotional Intelligence
• Consistently executes the four (4) principles of EQ (i.

e., self-awareness, social awareness, self-management, relationship management)

Intellectual Agility:

Consistently evaluates challenges and opportunities from a variety of angles, taking in multiple inputs, and arrives at reasonable business decisions Collaboration

• Consistently maintains effective teaming relationships with internal parties, and as applicable, external parties Dependability
• Consistently trusted to execute their job responsibilities on-time and within scope, and meets or exceeds targeted business results Adherence to Company Values
• Consistently role-models and supports execution of the Company core values

Qualifications:

• Ability to work independent with direction from the Integrated Pest Manager
• Intermediate computer knowledge (word processing and data entry)
• Attention to detail
• Work as a team player
• Follow established safety protocols and procedures
• Follow quality assurance and quality control procedures, including sterilization and sanitation protocols.

Every job applicant must pass a comprehensive background check, including the mandates of the local cannabis control commission. A job offer issued before the completion of a background check shall be contingent upon a positive result. A negative background check result may lead to the withdrawal of the job offer.

Must be willing and able to occasionally work a flexible schedule as the business needs demand, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands:

• Able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Repetitive use of hands for all functions
• Willingness to work in windowless laboratories and enclosed rooms
• The employee must be able to sit or stand for long durations and perform essential physical functions, including kneeling, stooping, bending, and twisting within confined or restricted spaces.
• The employee must be able to work in hot, humid environments and tolerate exposure to workplace elements such as dust, allergens, and water.

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees in this role. TILT, together with its subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to DEI. All qualified job applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. TILT and its subsidiaries are committed to fostering diversity and leveraging the value of diversity with equity and inclusion. For Company information, visit www.tiltholdings.com.