Pest Control Advisor

Bee Sweet Citrus; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off and sick leave

Health, dental and vision insurance

401(k) retirement with matching

Competitive salary

Job summary

Bee Sweet Citrus, Inc. in California's Central Valley seeks an experienced pest control professional with at least 5 years in citrus pest control. This role requires travel between ranches and a valid California driver’s license with a clean DMV record.

Salary ranges from $85,000 to $110,000 annually. Responsibilities include implementing IPM programs, scouting fields, evaluating chemical efficacy, and coordinating with ranch managers while complying with DPR regulations.

Qualifications

• Clean driving record required.
• BS in Agriculture or plant science preferred.
• Valid California driver’s license with clean DMV record.
• PCA license preferred or required.

Responsibilities

• Find insects, diseases, weeds and other organisms and implement IPM programs with recommendations.
• Monitor and scout fields for economic thresholds.
• Evaluate chemical efficacy in fields and ensure proper chemical use.
• Coordinate pest control operations with ranch managers and staff.
• Order chemicals and maintain inventory; manage field scouts.

Skills

Pest control

IPM programs

Field scouting

Communicate with ranch managers

Education

BS in Ag or plant science

Tools

PCA license

Job description

Company Overview Bee Sweet Citrus, Inc.Located in the heart of California’s Central Valley, Bee Sweet Citrus, Inc.Job Overview Bee Sweet Citrus, Inc.This job will require traveling from one r... Show more

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 $85,000 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