EXTERMINATOR

LOUISVILLE METRO HOUSING AUTHORITY in; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisville Metro Housing Authority is seeking an Exterminator in Maintenance to spray, fumigate, and set traps across LMHA properties. You will support HUD/NSPIRE compliance and ensure safe, sanitary housing conditions.

The role requires coordination with the AG&E Regional Coordinator, documentation of activities, and adherence to safety standards while maintaining records and scheduling pest control work. A valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or its equivalent.
• 1 year of experience in a related field.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must be subject to call in emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate maintenance projects with the AG&E Regional Coordinator.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws and HUD/NSPIRE standards.
• Keep accurate time sheets and records of pest control activities.
• Prepare analytical records and statistical reports.
• Inspect LMHA properties and conduct pest control actions.
• Spray, fumigate and set traps to exterminate pests.
• Record activities and materials used; plan pest control schedules.

Skills

Maintenance procedures

Pest control methods

Health and safety standards

Reading technical data

Decision making

Communication skills

Chemical mixing

Planning and organizing

Supervising others

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Pest control equipment

Job description

EXTERMINATOR (Maintenance)

Job Title: Exterminator
Department: Operations
Reports To: AG&E Regional Coordinator
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Pay Range: $45,000 - $52,000 Annually

Position Summary:

The extermination position is responsible for spraying, fumigating, and trap setting to exterminate pests across all Housing Authorityowned and managed properties. This position ensures all properties meet or exceed HUD requirements, including NSPIRE standards, by maintaining safe, sanitary, and fully functional housing conditions.
The exterminator position plays a critical role in protecting the Housing Authoritys physical assets, supporting resident health and safety, and maintaining ongoing compliance with federal, state, and local regulations through proactive maintenance planning, inspections, and execution.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Works closely with the AG&E Regional Coordinator to coordinate maintenance projects and activities.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, state, and federal laws.
• Keep accurate time sheets of work performed.
• Prepare analytical records and statistical reports.
• Promote safety rules and standards...
• Conduct inspections of LMHA properties and complete assignments.
• Spraying, fumigating and trap setting to exterminate pests.
• Record worker activities and results.
• Maintains records related to pest control and quantities of materials and supplies used.
• Assist in planning building and grounds pest extermination schedules.
• Ability to properly mix or distribute chemicals and supplies.
• Assesses extraordinary situations and determines solutions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must possess a valid drivers license.
• Must be subject to call in emergency situations

Education:

• High school graduate or its equivalent.

Experience:

• One (1) years experience in a related field.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of various maintenance procedures.
• Knowledge of tools and equipment pertaining to pest control.
• Knowledge of pest control methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of general health and safety standards
• Ability to acquire knowledge of agency policies and regulations.
• Ability to acquire necessary license for the distribution and or mixing of all required chemicals pertaining to extermination within 90 days of start date.
• Ability to plan and organize.
• Ability to make sound decisions.
• Ability to mix chemicals and apply toxins.
• Ability to plan pest control schedules.
• Ability to supervise and train subordinates.
• Ability to read and understand technical data.
• Ability to meet deadlines and schedules.
• Ability to maintain records and reports.
• Skill in observation.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in the use of various hand and power tools.
• Skills are intact and diplomacy.

Working Conditions:

• Ability to work in extreme cold.
• Ability to work in extreme heat.
• Ability to work in unsanitary conditions.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly lift up to 75 LBS.
• Ability to bend, crouch, crawl, and work on your knees for an extended period.

Disclaimer:

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by an employee assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Management reserves the right to modify or assign other duties as organizational needs require.