Eastbound Collective

Equitable cannabis retail with education

Integrated Pest Management Technician

Grounds & LandscapingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeNew Britain, CT, USA$23 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

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.
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 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.
Must be able to work independently while following direction from supervisors and adapt to changing priorities and support multiple operational areas.

Responsibilities

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 according to product labels and standard operating procedures.
Use required personal protective equipment during pesticide handling and application according to product labels, safety guidelines, and company standard operating procedures.
Follow applicable state, local, and federal regulations governing pesticide use.
Document applications, including products 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 according to applicable regulations and company standard operating procedures.
Conduct routine inspections 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 materials.
Support facility-wide biosecurity efforts and follow safety protocols to maintain a safe, contamination-free work environment.
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 and provide guidance to cultivation staff on Integrated Pest Management best practices.
Assist with cultivation activities as needed, including plant maintenance, harvesting, post-harvest processing, trimming, and packaging.

Desired Qualifications

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and cultivation recordkeeping systems is preferred.

Position Overview
The IPM Technician is responsible for executing and managing all pest and disease prevention strategies within the cultivation facility. This role plays a critical part in maintaining plant health, product safety, and regulatory compliance by overseeing all pesticide applications and integrated pest management protocols.
Reporting to the Director of Cultivation, the IPM Technician ensures all treatments are applied safely, effectively, and in full compliance with state, local, and federal regulations and company SOPs.

Key Responsibilities

Pesticide Application & Treatment Execution

Perform all pesticide applications including foliar sprays, root drenches, and other treatment methods
Apply biological controls such as beneficial insects as part of the IPM program
Ensure proper mixing, dosing, and application techniques in accordance with product labels and SOPs
Utilize required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times during pesticide handling and application in accordance with product labels, safety guidelines, and company SOPs

Regulatory Compliance

Maintain strict adherence to all applicable state, local, and federal regulations governing pesticide use
Accurately document all applications, including product used, batch information, timing, and dosage
Ensure all pesticide use aligns with approved materials and regulatory guidelines
Ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of all pesticides and application materials in compliance with all applicable state, local, and federal regulations and company SOPs

Plant Scouting & Pest Monitoring

Conduct routine inspections 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

Sanitation & Prevention

Execute sanitation protocols to prevent contamination and pest outbreaks
Maintain clean application equipment and properly store all pesticides and materials
Support facility-wide biosecurity efforts
Follow all safety protocols, including proper PPE use, to maintain a safe and contamination-free work environment

Data Recording & Reporting

Maintain accurate daily logs of pesticide applications and scouting reports
Ensure all records meet compliance and audit standards
Assist in preparing documentation for inspections or audits

Collaboration & Operational Support

Work closely with cultivation teams to coordinate treatment schedules
Provide guidance on IPM best practices to cultivation staff
Assist with general cultivation activities as needed, including plant maintenance, harvesting, post-harvest processing, trimming, and packaging

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.
Ability to stand on feet for up to 8.5 hours per shift.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work in cultivation environments with varying temperatures, humidity levels, and PPE 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.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Previous cultivation, greenhouse, nursery, agricultural, or horticultural experience 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 prior to performing respirator-required job duties.
Must successfully complete all required company training for IPM, safety, PPE, respiratory protection, and regulatory compliance.
Must pass all state-required background checks.
Must maintain compliance with all company policies and state regulations.
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently while following direction from supervisors.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and support multiple operational areas.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and cultivation recordkeeping systems preferred.

About the Company

Eastbound Collective

Equitable cannabis retail with education

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, CT
Founded: 2023

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