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Integrated Pest Management Technician

Oglesby, IL · On-site

$17.25 - $22.25/hr

GTI is looking for an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Technician to join our cultivation team. The IPM Tech provides horticulture and pest-management expertise to support our cultivation department ...

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As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for trainee integrated pest management in the United States is $21.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectTrainee Integrated Pest ManagementPest Control Technician
CertificationsOften requires basic pest management certifications or training programsTypically requires state-specific pest control licenses
Work EnvironmentLearning-focused, supervised fieldwork, often in residential and commercial settingsHands-on pest treatment, including spraying, baiting, and trapping in various environments
Industry UsageEntry-level role in pest management companies, focusing on integrated approachesActive role in pest elimination and control services

In summary, a Trainee Integrated Pest Management is an entry-level position focused on learning pest control strategies, often with additional training in integrated approaches. A Pest Control Technician is a more experienced role responsible for executing pest control treatments. Both roles are essential in the pest management industry but differ mainly in experience level and scope of responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Trainee Integrated Pest Management job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,990 per year, or $21.1 per hour.

Integrated Pest Management Technician

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Oglesby, IL • On-site

$17.25 - $22.25/hr

Full-time

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Job description

The Role

Does everything you touch turn to green? GTI is looking for an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Technician to join our cultivation team. The IPM Tech provides horticulture and pest-management expertise to support our cultivation department, while abiding by laws, rules, policies, procedures and operational guidelines. Our ideal candidate is a self-motivated, positive individual with a nursery, horticulture, entomology or plant pathology background.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

  • Inspect and monitor pest activity in various environments
  • Identify pests and assess infestation levels using scientific knowledge and monitoring tools
  • Develop and implement effective IPM strategies based on pest biology, environmental conditions, and site-specific factors
  • Apply control methods including cultural, mechanical, biological, and chemical techniques while minimizing risk to people and the environment
  • Maintain accurate records of inspections, treatments, and pest activity trends
  • Collaborate with Supervisors and team members to ensure consistent and effective pest management practices
  • Calibrate and maintain equipment used for pest control and monitoring

Safety & Compliance:

  • Must be able to perform duties while wearing proper PPE as required (i.e. respirators, googles, coveralls, gloves)
    • Be aware of hazards in the workspace
  • Retain and understand department specific training
  • Report safety incidents/ concerns and comply with follow-up actions
  • Be compliant with area safety requirements, state regulations and PPE requirements
  • Follow GMP, biosecurity, sanitation or other quality and compliance requirements
  • Perform record keeping accurately and completely as directed by a lead or supervisor
Qualifications 
  • Previous experience in horticulture/nursery, entomology, or plant pathology required
  • Pesticide Applicator Certification required within 90 days of employment
  • Highly organized, with an obsessive attention to detail
  • Experienced in Excel, data collection and entry
  • Research skills and familiarity with scientific method preferred
  • Must be able to read and correctly follow written instructions and product labels
  • Highly motivated, self-directed, innovative and able to work independently or among teams with keen judgement, common sense and resourcefulness
  • Attention to detail and ability to focus on one task for extended periods of time
  • Adapts and thrives in a demanding, start-up, fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work independently throughout a workday with given directives
  • Minimum of a high school diploma or GED
  • Prior cannabis experience not required
Working Conditions 
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to perform reaching, grasping, bending, stooping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment
  • Some exposure, with proper personal protective equipment, to regulated chemicals such as fertilizers, cleaning agents, and pesticides
  • Work involves daily exposure to allergens (such as cannabis, tree nuts, and coconut oil).
Additional Requirements
  • Must pass any and all required background checks
  • Must be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry
  • Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
  • Must be approved by the D.O.A. to receive an Agent badge

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