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Pest Control Advisor

Bee Sweet Citrus

Fowler, CAJob$90–110K/yrPosted 2mo agoSeen in employer's feed 1w ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$90–110K/yr
Location
Fowler, CA
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid California Driver's LicenseValid PCA LicenseBachelor's degree

Job overview

Bee Sweet Citrus is hiring a Pest Control Advisor. Bee Sweet Citrus, Inc. is seeking an optimistic, committed, and motivated Pest Control Advisor with at least 5 years of experience in citrus pest control. This role involves traveling between ranches, requiring a valid California driver’s license and a clean DMV record. The advisor will be responsible for identifying pests, implementing IPM programs, and coordinating pesticide applications.

Key focus areas include Find insects, diseases, weeds and other organisms, Implement IPM programs and write recommendations, and Monitor and scout fields for economic thresholds.

Successful candidates bring 5 Years Experience With Citrus Pest Control, Clean DMV Record, and Valid California Driver's License. Important skills include Finding Insects, Finding Diseases, Finding Weeds, Finding Other Organisms, Implementing IPM Programs, and Writing Recommendations. Preferred (not required): Optimistic, Committed, and Motivated.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Finding InsectsFinding DiseasesFinding WeedsFinding Other OrganismsImplementing IPM ProgramsWriting RecommendationsMonitor FieldsScout Fields for Economic ThresholdsEvaluate Chemical EfficacyCorrectly Use Chemicals for Maximum Fruit QualityCommunicate With Ranch ManagersCoordinate Pesticide ApplicationsComply With California Department of Pesticide RegulationsOrder ChemicalsKeep Inventory Up to DateManage Field ScoutsCoordinate Pest Control OperationsFollow Fleet Safety Program and PoliciesOptimisticCommittedMotivated

Qualifications

5 Years Experience With Citrus Pest ControlClean DMV RecordValid California Driver's LicenseValid PCA LicenseBS in Ag or Plant Science

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Company Overview

Bee Sweet Citrus, Inc. is a grower, packer, and shipper of citrus and is a leader in today’s agriculture industry. Bee Sweet Citrus Inc. is a family owned and operated company, providing over 10 different varieties to its consumers. Located in the heart of California’s Central Valley, Bee Sweet Citrus, Inc. is focused on innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction.

Job Overview

Bee Sweet Citrus, Inc. is looking for an optimistic, committed, and motivated candidate who has at least 5 years of experience with citrus pest control. This job will require traveling from one ranch to another which will require a valid California driver’s license with a clean DMV record.

Duties / Responsibilities

Job duties include but are not limited to, the following:

  • Responsible for finding insects, diseases, weeds and other organisms along with implementing IPM programs and writing recommendations

  • Monitor and scout fields for economic thresholds

  • Evaluate chemical efficacy in fields

  • Correctly use chemicals for maximum fruit quality

  • Communicate with ranch managers to coordinate pesticide applications

  • Comply with California Department of Pesticide Regulations

  • Order chemicals and keep inventory up to date

  • Manage field scouts

  • Coordinate pest control operations

Required Skills / Abilities

  • Must have a clean driving record

  • BS in Ag or plant science preferred

  • Must be able to follow our Fleet Safety Program and Policies

  • Valid PCA license

Physical Requirements

  • Employee is regularly required to walk, stand for periods of time at workstation, climb stairs, and reach with hands and arms

  • Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

  • Must be able to work in extreme cold, heat, or humidity; and sometimes can include work in dusty or muddy work conditions

Pay offered/ Benefits

  • $90,000 to $110,000 annually

  • Paid time off and sick leave

  • Industry-leading health, dental and vision insurance and health wellness program that covers regular doctor visits, eye exams, etc. with only a minor copay

  • 401(k) retirement with guaranteed matching contributions

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