Grow Your Career in Horticulture
We are looking for a motivated Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Technician to join our wholesale nursery team.
This role focuses on crop scouting, pest monitoring, biological controls, and pesticide applications to maintain healthy plant production.
This is not just a technician role — we are looking for someone who wants to develop into our future IPM Manager within 12–24 months.
If you enjoy plant science, problem solving, and working in greenhouse production, this is an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career.
What You'll Do
- Scout greenhouse and nursery crops for pests, mites, and diseases
- Monitor sticky traps and pest populations
- Identify crop health issues and report findings
- Assist with biological control programs (beneficial insects)
- Apply pesticides, fungicides, and miticides safely and according to label directions
- Maintain scouting and pesticide application records
- Track pest trends and support pest management decisions
- Help maintain spray equipment and monitoring tools
What We're Looking For
✔ Experience in greenhouse, nursery, or horticulture production
✔ Education in horticulture, agriculture, or plant science (preferred)
✔ Interest in pest identification and plant health
✔ Pesticide applicator license (or willingness to obtain)
✔ Strong attention to detail and observation skills
✔ Ability to work independently and stay organized
Compensation & Benefits
We offer a strong compensation package including:
$25/hour starting wage
Extended health benefits
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Corporate phone plan
Clear advancement path to IPM Manager
Work Environment
- Modern greenhouse and nursery production environment
- Hands-on work with plants and biological pest controls
- Collaborative horticulture team
Career Growth
This position is designed as a development role for future leadership.
The successful candidate will receive training and mentorship with the goal of advancing into the IPM Manager role within 12–24 months.
Apply Today
If you are passionate about plant health, pest management, and greenhouse production, we would love to hear from you.
Submit your resume through Indeed to apply.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $25.00-$28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Pesticide Experience: Do you currently have a valid Pesticide Applicator License or are you willing to obtain one?
- Greenhouse Experience: Do you have experience working in a greenhouse or nursery environment handling plants or crop production?
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IPM Knowledge: Are you familiar with Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices, including biological controls and pest scouting?
- Physical Requirements: Are you able to walk greenhouse crops regularly, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in humid conditions?
- Career Goals: Are you interested in a career growth path to a management role within 12–24 months?
Work Location: In person
