IPM Technician

PharmaCann, Inc. owns and operates best-in-class production facilities and retail dispensaries for cannabis-based products. We currently operate in the States of Illinois, New York, Massachusetts, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Colorado and Michigan as a medical and/or adult use cannabis provider to patients and customers. We are looking for energetic, results-driven individuals to join our rapidly growing team and industry. Purpose The IPM Technician position is responsible for supporting the plant health of the cannabis cultivation by scouting, diagnosis, and treatments throughout the week. This position will follow the direction and training through the leadership of the IPM department to achieve high standards and expectations towards application and scouting. This position must fulfill their role with efficient productivity and accuracy. The IPM Technician will report to the Lead of IPM and Supervisor of IPM. Pay for this role starts at $19/hour Essential Duties Procedures & Tasks Apply pesticide treatments in a safe, effective, and compliant manner to all phases of growth. Have the understanding of product labels, SDS, and mix rates. Ensure accurate and legible logging of a variety of paperwork and labels. Enter collected data in company logs, send reports as needed. Scout for molds, mildews, viruses, root diseases, pests, and abnormal plant morphologies. Maintain and operate spray equipment. Maintain a biological insect program by distributing beneficial insects, breeding sachets, and sticky cards. This position is expected to perform tasks in a timely manner, accurately, safely, and compliant. This position will be responsible for participating in their role throughout the scheduled shift, consistently. Cleaning and maintaining all areas, equipment, and material throughout the cultivation. Other duties as assigned, including, but not limited to assisting other departments to help facilitate the additional and/or supplemental work, such as, Production dept tasks, Post Harvest dept tasks, cleaning, and light maintenance as needed throughout the facility. Training Requirements This position will follow the direction and training by the Lead of IPM and/or Supervisor of IPM assigned to the Lothian, MD cultivation facility. The role is expected to engage in proactive participation to be able to achieve the high standard cultivation practices, consistently and compliant. This position requires the regular use of a respirator and will go through respirator certification after hire. Training towards PharmaCann’s mission statement and leadership development. Understanding how to compliantly operate within the cultivation based on the state laws and regulations Workspace and Material Maintenance Ensure organization and cleanliness of the immediate work area. Contribute to instructed cleaning, sanitizing, and organization in the cultivation. Contribute and provide support to associates with a safe, well maintained, and organized work area. After use of equipment or supply, follow through with cleaning and organizing SOPs. Compliance and Reporting Take instruction from Farm leadership towards upholding current laws and regulations for the cultivation facility. Adapt to updated laws and regulations to implement safe and effective practices to sustain highest quality standards and efficiencies. Take instruction from leadership with updating and tracking all required information in the Farm department logs and spreadsheets daily. Any compliance or safety mistake or error created must be addressed, reported, and resolved. Communication with appropriate leadership to ensure resolution. Supervision Works under the direct supervision of the Lead of IPM and Supervisor of IPM. This position is expected to follow and obey the company policies. Working Conditions Able to use a computer and/or hand tools while sitting or standing for extended periods of time. You will be required to maintain a clean shaven face, per federal guidelines. Handlin…