IPM Senior Technician at Crop Defenders Ltd
Niagara Falls, ON, Canada -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Nov, 25

Salary

22.53

Posted On

14 Aug, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Data Collection, Coaching, Reporting, Team Management, Entomology, Teaching, High Proficiency, Horticulture

Industry

Information Technology/IT

Description

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

  • 3–5 years of IPM field leadership experience in greenhouses, with a strong focus on biological control and team management.
  • Proven experience in implementing full-cycle IPM programs (beyond basic scouting).
  • Confident in coaching and training others on-site and enforcing SOPs.
  • High proficiency in interpreting pest thresholds, treatment protocols, and product impacts (both biological and chemical).
  • Strong communicator with a passion for teaching and helping others improve.
  • Comfortable using digital tools for reporting, data collection, and team collaboration.
  • Educational background in entomology, horticulture, or agricultural sciences strongly preferred.
  • Physically able to scout 10–15 km per day in a greenhouse environment.
  • Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to multiple client sites as required.
Responsibilities

JOB PURPOSE:

The Senior IPM Technician plays a critical leadership role in executing and embedding our full-cycle A–Z Integrated Pest Management (IPM) system at client sites. This role combines advanced scouting and bio-application responsibilities with on-site coaching and process oversight. As a change agent and field expert, the Senior IPM Scout ensures seamless implementation, scouting accuracy, and outbreak prevention through rigorous process adherence and knowledge transfer.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:A–Z IPM SYSTEM IMPLEMENTATION

  • Lead the on-site execution of the A–Z IPM protocol, ensuring adherence to all modules including scouting, thresholds, cleanouts, bio applications, spray optimization, and more.
  • Conduct implementation audits to identify and close gaps through on-the-spot training and coaching.
  • Provide structured feedback to the IPM Consultant or Customer Success team on risks, non-compliance, and systemic challenges observed in the field.
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