Under the supervision of the Head Grower the Scout – IPM, will plan and carry out visual inspections of crops, traps to detect any diseases, infections, unknown pests or any other problem and carry out the necessary follow-ups with the people concerned.
Main responsibilities
Implement IPM strategies to control pests populations, using primarily biological control.Plan, each day, the sectors of the greenhouse to be inspected according to the crop plan and harvest schedule (, seedlings, varieties, densities, etc.)Accurately identify pests, beneficial insects, and diseases affecting the crop.Continuously learn and detect the types of pests and diseases that can affect the type of product to be inspected and how prevent them from coming back.Install and inspect traps following established protocols and procedures and compile results in the scouting logCommunicate any irregular situation to the Head Grower, so that the necessary actions can be taken.Prepare samples of various kinds (microbiological pre-harvest, disease, unknown pests, soils, foliar samples) discuss with the Head Grower or send them to various laboratories for studies if needed.Enter the inspection results into our computer system every day.Educate greenhouse staff on IPM practices and the importance of early pest detection.Perform all other related tasks.Advantages and benefits offeredEmployee discount on the productEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Competitive compensationOn-site parkingTelemedecineKnowledge and skills soughtStudies in horticultural production, agronomy, TPHE, GEEA or any other relevant field of studiesMinimum of six (6) months in a similar positionExperience in greenhouse or vertical farm is a strong asset.Knowledge of vegetables, insects, diseases, and weedsProfessional level and French and English is mandatory and knowledge of Spanish is an asset.Good computer skills (word and excel)Ability to walk and stand for long periods of timeAbility to work in various climatic conditions.Ability to work long hours.Sense of observation, judgment, autonomy, ease of learning and adaptation and teamwork.
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