Integrated Pest Management Technician
About the job
- Previous cultivation, greenhouse, nursery, agricultural, or horticultural experience is preferred.
- Experience with pesticide application or Integrated Pest Management is preferred but not required.
- Must be medically cleared to wear a respirator and successfully complete all required respirator fit testing in accordance with the Company's Respiratory Protection Program before performing respirator-required job duties.
- Must successfully complete all required company training for Integrated Pest Management, safety, personal protective equipment, respiratory protection, and regulatory compliance.
- Must pass all state-required background checks.
- Must maintain compliance with all company policies and state regulations.
- Must have strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Must be able to work independently while following direction from supervisors.
- Must be able to adapt to changing priorities and support multiple operational areas.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and cultivation recordkeeping systems (preferred).
- Must be able to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods, including standing for up to 8.5 hours per shift.
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Must be able to work in cultivation environments with varying temperatures, humidity levels, and personal protective equipment requirements.
- Must be able to safely wear required respiratory protection, including tight-fitting respirators, for extended periods while performing assigned job duties.
- Must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Perform pesticide applications, including foliar sprays, root drenches, and other treatment methods.
- Apply biological controls, such as beneficial insects, as part of the Integrated Pest Management program.
- Mix, dose, and apply products in accordance with product labels and standard operating procedures.
- Use required personal protective equipment during pesticide handling and application in accordance with product labels, safety guidelines, and company standard operating procedures.
- Adhere to applicable state, local, and federal regulations governing pesticide use.
- Document each application, including the product used, batch information, timing, and dosage.
- Ensure pesticide use aligns with approved materials and regulatory guidelines.
- Handle, store, and dispose of pesticides and application materials in accordance with applicable regulations and company standard operating procedures.
- Inspect plants routinely to identify pests, pathogens, and plant health issues.
- Track and report pest-pressure trends and treatment effectiveness.
- Communicate findings and recommend treatment adjustments to management.
- Execute sanitation protocols to prevent contamination and pest outbreaks.
- Maintain clean application equipment and properly store pesticides and related materials.
- Support facility-wide biosecurity efforts and follow safety protocols, including proper personal protective equipment use.
- Maintain accurate daily logs of pesticide applications and scouting reports, ensuring records meet compliance and audit standards.
- Assist in preparing documentation for inspections or audits.
- Coordinate treatment schedules with cultivation teams.
- Provide guidance to cultivation staff on Integrated Pest Management best practices.
- Assist with general cultivation activities as needed, including plant maintenance, harvesting, post-harvest processing, trimming, and packaging.
- A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
- Previous cultivation, greenhouse, nursery, agricultural, or horticultural experience is preferred.
- Experience with pesticide application or Integrated Pest Management is preferred but not required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and cultivation recordkeeping systems is preferred.
About the company
Eastbound Collective partners with women, veterans, and other underrepresented groups to enter and grow in the cannabis industry by providing education, resources, and opportunities that lower barriers to entry. Its Higher Collective retail concept operates adult-use cannabis stores that prioritize customer service, a welcoming atmosphere, and safe, inclusive experiences. Each Higher Collective location tells a unique story developed with a social equity partner, linking the shop to real community outcomes. The company differentiates itself by centering social equity and collaboration with equity partners, not just selling products. Its goal is to move the cannabis industry toward greater inclusion and opportunity for those historically excluded.
Company Size
11-50
Company Stage
Debt Financing
Total Funding
$1.2M
Headquarters
Hartford, Connecticut
Founded
2023
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Higher Collective opened Torrington on June 8, 2026, expanding Litchfield County coverage.
- Brix Remix launched in June 2026, widening distribution through Higher Collective shelves.
- Connecticut's October 1, 2026 tax shift and concentrate cap removal boost basket sizes.
What critics are saying
- Connecticut's November 1, 2026 social-equity control rules threaten Eastbound's partnership structure.
- A single-state footprint leaves Eastbound exposed to Connecticut pricing and licensing shocks.
- Bigger operators can copy its value pricing and overwhelm local loyalty quickly.
What makes Eastbound Collective unique
- Eastbound Collective pairs Higher Collective retail with Brix cultivation across Connecticut.
- Its stores target social-equity partners, not generic adult-use storefronts.
- Five Connecticut dispensaries give it statewide reach in a fragmented market.
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Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
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41%2 year growth
41%HAMDEN, Conn., Nov. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Higher Collective, a cannabis retail brand committed to fostering an equitable industry, is excited to announce the grand opening of its newest store at 3825 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT 06518. This expansion marks a significant milestone, establishing Higher Collective as one of Connecticut's largest cannabis retail chains, with seven locations opened in just over a year
It was the only dispensary operating in Litchfield County until just this week, when the Higher Collective on June 8 debuted an adult-use cannabis retail store at 53 McDermott Ave., in Torrington.
Safe Harbor Financial and its partners have provided a $1.17 million loan to a Connecticut marijuana store operating as Higher Collective.