Pest Control Tech

Daybreak Foods; Town of Palmyra (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Daybreak Foods is seeking a motivated pest control technician to oversee an integrated pest management program on-site in Wisconsin. The role involves inspecting pits and cage rows, operating spraying equipment, and managing pesticide application schedules to protect facilities.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, and pesticide applicator certification (Category 7A). Training in maintenance of spraying systems and basic computer skills is expected.

Qualifications

• This role requires completion of essential pest control duties as described.
• Preferred technical training and pesticide applicator certification are valued.
• Strong willingness to learn maintenance and operating procedures for spraying systems.

Responsibilities

• Walk pits and cage rows to estimate pest populations weekly.
• Operate spraying equipment to apply pesticides to buildings and grounds.
• Maintain and schedule pesticide applications (daily/weekly/monthly).
• Monitor pest populations across the complex.
• Maintain spraying and other pest-control equipment.

Skills

Pesticide application

Equipment operation

Reading mixing directions

Basic computer skills

Willing to be trained

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Pesticide Applicator Certification (Category 7A)

Tools

Spraying equipment

Job description

Summary

The primary function of this position is to oversee and implement an integrated pest management program

Key Responsibilities

• Walk pits and cage rows once a week to estimate pest population in all houses.
• Operate different spraying equipment to apply pesticides to buildings and grounds.
• Complete daily, weekly and monthly pesticide application schedules.
• Monitor pest populations on the entire complex.
• Maintain all spraying and other pest control equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• High School Education, GED or equivalency preferred
• Technical Training (Preferred)
  • Pass Pesticide Applicators and Handler Examination
  • Certified in Category 7A General and Household Pest Management applicator.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Be willing to learn maintenance and operating techniques for different pressurized spraying systems.
• Be able to read and understand mixing directions on different chemicals
• A good understanding of how to shut off and stop equipment is required.
• Basic Computer Skills
• Be willing to be trained in any of the above areas.

Physical Demands

Stand and walk constantly; grip, grasp, push, pull, reach, bend, stoop, lift up to 10 pounds frequently; sit, climb, lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Work Environment

Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and airborne particles. Temperature varies in relation to the outside temperature. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Proper personal protective equipment will be required during certain working conditions.

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