The IPM scout is responsible for assisting the grow team to ensure Freeman Herbs has heathy and pest free crops. The IPM scout will maintain a low pest count and assist in prevention plans for controlling pest and diseases.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists in crop inspection and reports findings in detail to the Grower.
• Maintain and follow through weekly and daily bio plans to completion.
• Complete daily, weekly, monthly IPM reports as required.
• Follow through weekly and daily beneficial as advised by the Grower.
• Apply biologicals in accordance with the Grower and making recommendations for biological purchases.
• Maintain bio health from receiving to placement in greenhouse, including temperature and humidity in storage.
• Receive and check the quality of beneficial insects prior to application in the crop and report any discrepancies.
• Assist in application of IPM products in the greenhouse including beneficial insects.
• Manage banker plant program and improve as needed.
• Responsible for good housekeeping of all scouting equipment/protective equipment in designated areas.
• Scout zones required and track results and findings into computer and use this information to place bios accordingly.
• Replace all sticky cards using the system to log data.
• Maintain inventory of spray room, ensuring all products are satisfactory.
• Ensure spray room is clean, the right temperature, with products organized and clearly labelled
• Maintain knowledge in all pesticide information, including which products to use in each situation, with guidance from the Grower.
• Assist in completing pesticide paperwork, including safety and tracking information.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Horticulture degree or diploma required
• Valid Pesticide/Spray license
• Previous greenhouse and/or IPM experience required.
• Self-motivated, demonstrated leadership skills.
• Knowledge and/or interest in common greenhouse pests.
• Ability to work independently and un-supervised.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Skills in following safety practices and recognizing hazards.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Available to work rotating weekends for watering.