Pest Control Adviser

PEST CONTROL ADVISER

LOCATION:                  BAKERSFIELD, CA.

SHIFT:                           DAY

About the Opportunity: 

Grimmway Produce Group is seeking a Pest Control Adviser in the Mt View Farming Division, working with staff to utilize sound Integrated Pest Management practices in organic vegetable production. Whether you are a current GPG team member looking to grow your career or a professional seeking a rewarding opportunity in agriculture, this position offers the chance to contribute to one of the world’s largest carrot and organic vegetable grower, packer, and shippers. At GPG, we take pride in delivering fresh, healthy, and safe products to communities while caring for the earth’s natural resources and investing in our family of employees—come grow with us! 

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What you will need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Sciences or related field, required.
• Valid California Agricultural Pest Control Adviser (PCA) License, required.
• Thorough knowledge of agricultural pests and their control in organic and conventional systems, required.
• Computer literate with good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite software and ability to learn internal record keeping and data collection software.
• Attention to detail, thoroughness, and good analytical skills are a must.
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management.
• Seasonal overnight travel required.  Estimated at 40% during Fall and Winter months.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License with a clean DMV driving record.
• Must pass pre-placement drug/alcohol screen, physical and functional capacity evaluation.

What will set you apart:

• 3-5 years of field experience.
• Certified Crop Advisor (CCA).
• Curious, highly focused, tedious personal nature with the ability to interact with farmers.

Total Rewards:             $68,640 - $90,000 / Yearly Salary

• Actual compensation paid within the range will be determined by factors such as the education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.
• Our competitive and comprehensive benefit package includes:
• Vacation, sick, holiday pay, medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, FSA, tuition reimbursement, scholarship program, subsidized gym membership, free on-site personal training and other wellness-focused activities at company gym, Employee Vehicle Purchase/Lease Programs, discounted tickets to major theme parks throughout California, continued learning and development, family events, work life balance.