Pest Control Technician

Gila River Indian Community; Bapchule (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

The Gila River Indian Community is seeking a Pest Control Technician for the Department of Community Housing in Bapchule, AZ. The role involves exterminating insects, vermin and weeds in public housing and managing treatment schedules.

Responsibilities include inspections, applying treatments, equipment maintenance, and maintaining required licenses. A valid Tribal Driving Permit and ties to safety standards are essential for the role.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; two years’ pest or vector control experience required.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain periodic pest control schedules (weekly to quarterly); apply preventive treatments.
• Inspect public housing units and surrounding grounds for pests and weeds; apply extermination measures.
• Follow all federal/state laws, department regulations, and safety standards for pest control work.
• Maintain sprayer and equipment; perform daily maintenance on tools and vehicles.
• Keep records of material safety data sheets, manuals and reports.
• Maintain pest control licenses in appropriate categories and attend yearly updates.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Pest control knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Record keeping

Independent work

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Pest control equipment

Job description

Job Number: 25-107

Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Department: Department of Community Housing

City: Bapchule, AZ

Location: 1362 N. Harvey Road

Area of Interest: Housing

Salary/ Hourly Rate: $15.86 - $19.61 Hourly

Tribal DrivingPermit Required: Yes

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

The Pest Control Technician performs skilled, specialized work involving the use of fumigants and pesticides. Incumbent will position, trap, and exterminate insects, vermin, and rodents in public housing units and kill weeds and nuisance vegetation in surrounding grounds areas. The Pest Control Technician is responsible for establishing and maintaining effective periodic inspections and treatment schedules for premises and properties owned or managed through the Department of Community Housing of the Gila River Indian Community.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Establish and maintain a weekly, bi-weekly, monthly or quarterly pest control treatment schedule; apply preventive pest control treatments.
• Inspect all public housing units and surrounding grounds for evidence of weed or pest infestation; apply appropriate extermination measures.
• Execute work assignments in accordance with applicable Federal and State laws, department regulations and standards of safety appropriate to the pest control trade.
• Maintain sprayer and other equipment in good functioning and operating condition; perform daily routine maintenance on assigned tools, equipment and vehicles.
• Maintain record of material safety data sheets, manuals, and reports.
• Maintain certification in the following categories; industrial, structural, institutional, and health related pest control.
• Maintain licensing by attending yearly class updates on pest control.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:

• Thorough knowledge of a variety of pesticides, fumigants, poisons and other toxic materials and their use in the control of insects, rodents, vermin and weed infestations.
• Thorough knowledge of EPA, OSHA, State and local laws and regulations pertaining to pest control treatment and prevention.
• Thorough knowledge of the equipment and techniques used in weed and pest control.
• Skill in effective and safe use of pest control materials and chemicals.
• Ability to understand and follow routine and written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to maintain accurate work records and prepare clear, concise reports of work activities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, Community officials, and the public.
• Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position; agree to maintain a Drug-free workplace.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

High School diploma or GED and a minimum of two (2) years’ work experience in pest or vector control and applying pest control chemicals to exterminate insects, rodents and eradicate weeds..

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT:

• Structural Pest Control Commission Applicator License or ability to obtain one within six (6) months of hire date.
• Required to obtain a Tribal Operator’s permit. Valid state driver’s license with a current proof of driving record for the past 39 months will be required to qualify for a tribal driving permit. Proof of driving record must be submitted with application and must not be more than 60 days old from the date of submission of the application.

Non-Supervisory, Hourly Position

Reports to Director or designee